The Seoul G-20 One Year On
Since the Seoul Summit last November, the world has faced growing concerns of a return to recession and a second financial crisis focused in the Euro zone.
How to Leverage South Korea’s Soft Power
Like many nations, Korea has been seeking to enhance appeal in the growing international liberal order with greater soft power.
Mobile Computing Wars: Samsung vs. Apple
Samsung has gone from being a supplier of low-end, unattractive mobile technology, to becoming one of the key players in a highly competitive smart phone market. Is Apple’s seemingly never ending series of lawsuits against the South Korean firm legitimate, or a sign of fear?
South Korea – India Relations: Missed Opportunity in an Emerging Relationship?
In the last year, South Korea and India have upgraded their relationship to a “strategic partnership,” but some of the strategic parts are missing.
Korea Can Do More in the Middle East
While Korea’s efforts in helping Libya are laudable, Korea may also be in a position to help utilize lessons from its own development to help with the transition in the Middle East.
Flexibility Needed for Six Party Success
After nearly three years of interruption, a flurry of recent diplomatic activity has suggested that significant efforts are being made to restart the Six Party Talks. But do meetings and recent State visits give cause for optimism on a swift resumption?
The Korean Approach in Africa: Unique or Ordinary?
Although Korea established diplomatic relations with many African countries in the early 1960s, it was not until recently that these relations were aggressively nurtured.
A New Type of Korean Leadership in the Midst of Continued U.S. Preeminence
While thanking Congress for the ratification of the KORUS FTA, President Lee discussed Korea’s growing role on the world stage.
Important Issues in Asia’s Future Connect South Korea and India
Beyond the U.S.-Korea alliance, Korea’s emerging relationship with India is also an important aspect in the development of Asia in the 21st century.
Congress Approves the KORUS FTA
Ensuring passage of the KORUS FTA in time for President Lee’s visit is reflective of the strong nature of the alliance.