When the Market Option Fails Children
To best discipline private childcare providers, the government may simply have to expand the availability of public kindergartens.
South Korea’s Lonely Task: Jumpstarting Denuclearization Talks, Again
By Yonho Kim The recent North Korea-Russia summit in Vladivostok drew keen attention from the international society in the sense that it was North Korean…
Can the U.S. Fill South Korea’s Oil Gap?
The growing demand for oil in South Korea and the removal of a major competitor in Iran bodes well for American producers.
Testing the Strength and Weakness of Korea’s Disaster Response System
As climate change raises the risk of fires, how the Korean government improves its emergency response will serve as a gauge for state capacity.
Moon Short on Time to Win Back Lost Public Approval
Moon is at a pivotal crossroads as the initial enthusiasm over the revival of the Korean peace process that buoyed his approval rating has steadily waned.
Survival Shows Redefine the K-Pop Industry
Popular TV program Produce 101 has generated greater global interest in K-pop, but the show could also hold the industry back.
Overall U.S. Trade Deficit with Korea Drops below Pre-KORUS Levels
The U.S.-Korea bilateral trade deficit has declined by 71 percent from its height in 2015 to below its pre-KORUS FTA level.
What Could be Saved by U.S. Trade Safeguards?
Whirlpool, which petitioned for the safeguard, saw its market share drop from 17.3% to 15.7%, falling from 2nd to the third place followed in the market.
Exempt Korea from Possible Tariffs on Imported Motor Vehicles and Parts
Korea should be provided an exemption from any proposed tariffs on imported motor vehicles and parts from the recent Section 232 investigation.
Is It Time for an MLB Game in South Korea?
Whether it’s a post-season All-Star tour or a season opening series, it’s time for MLB to deepen its efforts to grow the game in South Korea.