Collective Bargaining at a Crossroad
The government’s ratification of international labor standards will not automatically address demands from labor unions or ameliorate opposition from employers.
Two South Korean Companies To Meet in U.S. Court
Both SK and LG support manufacturing jobs in the United States. As such, the IP theft case may attract the attention of the American public.
Housing Relief as a Vehicle for Moon’s Broader Visions
The government’s latest housing plan not only provides homes but also comes closer to delivering on the administration’s promise of “inclusive welfare.”
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.