Evaluating the Panmunjom Declaration
The two Koreas have embarked on a trust-building process after years of confrontation which drove the peninsula to the brink of war.
The KORUS FTA and the Creative Industries
Enhanced bilateral trade and investment under the KORUS FTA has positively impacted the U.S. copyright industries in several ways.
The Meaning of the #MeToo Movement in South Korea
Women in South Korea have been strongly relating with the Me Too movement that began in the United States and was spawned by the #MeToo.
More South Koreans Trust North Korea’s Intent to Denuclearize after Summit
The significant shift in poll numbers highlight how impactful the summit was for South Koreans and their hopes for a peaceful resolution on the Korean peninsula.
The April 27 “Panmunjom Declaration” in Context
The April 27 summit was full of symbolism, imagery, and rhetoric. That should not be brushed aside to look for “real” progress. Symbolism is important in itself.
Markets Optimistic about the Moon-Kim Summit but Investing in the Outcome is Premature
While there are reasons to be hopeful about the outcome of the summit, investing now in the resumption of Inter-Korean construction projects is premature even in the best case scenario.
Hallyu 3.0: The Era of K-pop Collaborations
There is another surge in interest for Korean pop music, particularly in the United States, ushering in the era of Hallyu 3.0.
South Korea’s Not Out of the Woods Yet on U.S. Trade Actions
While many have expressed relief over reaching a tentative deal on the KORUS FTA, Korea still could get caught between China and the United States.
Summit Announcements Encourage Cautious Optimism Among South Koreans
Having lived under the North Korean threat for decades, South Koreans are very familiar with the deadly provocations and broken promises of the past. The upcoming summits are undoubtedly meaningful, but like many throughout the global community, South Koreans are cautiously optimistic of what developments the talks will bring.
Music Diplomacy: South Korean Artists Will Head to North Korea for Pyongyang Concerts
A group of South Korean musicians will head to Pyongyang at the end of March for two concerts. Meet the artists who will show their talents to North Korea.