South Korea’s Interpretation of U.S. Multilateralism
While the United States looks to address shared global challenges, South Korea sees multilateralism as a vehicle to advance its national interest.
Korea’s Economic Outlook: Is More Fiscal Support Needed?
Korea’s economy shrank by 1% in 2020, the first contraction since the 1997 Asian financial crisis (Table 1). It was the smallest decline among the…
Young Retail Investors Help Corporate Giants
The rising cost of living and other external factors may be pushing people to purchase stocks of flagship corporations in a bid to grow their wealth.
Mental Health Access for Vulnerable Populations
The high rate of mental illness among North Korean refugees suggests that more resources should be directed to other vulnerable communities.
Why South Korea Matters for Post-Coup Myanmar
2020 marked the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Korea (ROK or South Korea) and Myanmar (Burma). In less than half a…
Growth and Climate Change Mitigation At Odds
The South Korean government’s dual aim of promoting economic growth while pursuing carbon neutrality faces headwinds.
Spotify’s Entry Indicates How Seoul Shapes Competition
Unlike other platforms like Uber, Spotify does not threaten any domestic stakeholders and offers more advantages to Korean firms.
OPCON Transfer Follows Pragmatic Path
Despite President Moon’s pledge to accelerate the transfer of wartime command of U.S.-Korea forces, both governments reaffirm that this will be conditions-based.
Renewed ROK-Japan Tensions with Court Decision on Comfort Women
A court ruling on wartime legacy potentially reignites tensions with Japan in spite of South Korea’s foreign policy aims.
Cabinet Reshuffle to Reflect Focus on North Korea
Moon Jae-in’s former special envoy to North Korea is expected to coordinate Pyongyang engagement with the Biden administration.