Korean Economic Growth is Projected to Decelerate
The OECD projects that Korea’s GDP growth will slow from 2.7% in 2022 to just under 2% in 2023 and 2024.
South Korea Re-engages on North Korean Human Rights in the United Nations; UN Special Rapporteur Makes First Report
As South Korea re-engages on the issue of human rights in North Korea at the United Nations, the new UN Special Rapporteur debuts.
Korea and the Uncertain Waters of the Blue Pacific
While Korea has not had a major focus on Pacific, experts say Seoul should consider ways to contribute to the Partners in the Blue Pacific.
Pension Reform is a Top Priority for Korea
To ensure adequate retirement income Korea needs to undertake pension reform, expand company pensions, and encourage private savings.
Can South Korea be a Nuclear Middle Power?
Recent debates on South Korea securing an independent nuclear weapons capacity have not addressed whether it can be a nuclear middle power.
South Korea’s Nuclear Debate
As concern regarding an imminent North Korean nuclear test increases, the debate on South Korea securing its own nuclear weapons is growing.
While North Korea Tests, South Korea And Japan Walk A Narrow Bridge To Restore Relations
Ironically, the most immediate impact of North Korea’s relentless missile testing, has been to draw Japan and South Korea closer together.
Yoon and Kishida Meet in New York – Not a Summit but a Start
The meeting between President Yoon and Prime Minister Kishida on September 21 was notable mainly for the fact that it took place.
In Significant Policy Shift, President Yoon Highlights North Korea Human Rights Issues
Since the inauguration of President Yoon Suk Yeol four months ago, a shift in policy on North Korean human rights has taken place.
The Enduring Consequences of South Korea’s National Security Law
At the end of July, the Yoon government announced its intention to relax South Korea’s prohibition on North Korea media.