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The South Korean Doctors’ Strike and the Global Predicament of Medical Training
By Mark Tokola
May 3, 2024
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Assessing Progress: President Yoon's Global Pivotal State Strategy After Two Years
By Terrence Matsuo
May 1, 2024
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Samsung's New Investments in Texas Mean Big Things for the United States
By Tom Ramage
April 17, 2024
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2023 in Review: Navigating the Complex Waves of Korea-Japan Relations
Terrence Matsuo
December 19, 2023
While progress has been made in easing the tension between Seoul and Tōkyō, perennial historical issues will be challenges in the new year.
Korea’s Economic Growth is Projected to Accelerate Following the Slowdown in 2023
Randall S. Jones
December 11, 2023
Korea’s real GDP growth will rebound to more than 2 percent in 2024 and 2025, according to the OECD's bi-annual economic projections.
What the New IRA Guidance Means for Korean EV Suppliers
Tom Ramage
December 6, 2023
The latest guidance for EV makers doubles down on National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s U.S. vision for a “small yard, high fence.”
More Evidence of Russia’s Stronger Relationship with North Korea
Terrence Matsuo
December 1, 2023
Washington and Seoul must carefully watch how this partnership evolves, and prepare for an even less inhibited North Korea.
UN Special Rapporteur Leads Effort Opposing China’s Forcible Repatriation of North Korean Refugees
Robert King
November 28, 2023
China's forced repatriation of North Koreans who fled their country is a violation of international human rights law.
The Deliverables from Yoon’s First APEC Summit
Tom Ramage
November 21, 2023
The APEC summit in San Francisco concluded with discussions heavily focusing on trade, investment, and security across the Indo-Pacific.
South Korean Conscription and the Challenges of a Declining Population
Terrence Matsuo
November 8, 2023
Although many advanced states face demographic challenges, it is especially acute for the Korea and its military.
Increasing Korea’s Potential Growth Rate
Randall S. Jones
November 6, 2023
Korea needs to utilize its strengths to strengthen lagging sectors and reduce the polarization in the Korean economy.
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