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North Korea Cancels Family Visits and Tries to Play the Blame Game
Nicholas Hamisevicz
September 26, 2013
If North Korea is attempting to regain some leverage in inter-Korean talks by stalling on family visits, the South Korean government could again face a difficult decision on whether trust can be built up with North Korea.
Use Caution When Working on Korean Unification with China
Nicholas Hamisevicz
May 3, 2013
By Nicholas Hamisevicz Dr. Sunny Lee’s recent PacNet article captured the dynamics between South Korea, China, and the United States as they try to develop better overall relations while simultaneously…
The Impact of Kaesong's Suspension on Korean Companies & South Korea-India Economic Connections
Nicholas Hamisevicz
April 24, 2013
The fear that North Korea’s suspension of activities at the Kaesong Industrial Complex would have broader implications began to materialize last week when Daewha Fuel Pump Industrial Ltd. announced it failed to deliver parts in time to its Indian customer. Other companies are beginning to publicize their setbacks as well.
North Korea’s Economic Warfare
Troy Stangarone
April 22, 2013
North Korea’s recent actions, including the suspension of work at Kaesong, are form of psychological and economic warfare against South Korea in response to heightened international sanctions against North Korea.
Five Challenges for the Park Geun-hye Administration
Troy Stangarone
February 25, 2013
As Park Geun-hye takes office as South Korea’s first female president, she comes into power at a time of contradictions and challenges.
10 Things to Watch for on the Korean Peninsula in 2013
Troy Stangarone
January 24, 2013
By Nicholas Hamisevicz, Chad O’Carroll, Seongjin James Ahn, and Troy Stangarone Last year saw a series of significant events on the Korean peninsula. The year concluded with the historic election…
Park Geun-hye Wins South Korean Presidency But Big Issues Ahead
Nicholas Hamisevicz
December 21, 2012
By Nicholas Hamisevicz A year of transitions finishes in historic fashion as South Korea elects Park Geun-hye as its first female president. Her election capped off a series of democratic…
North Korea Rocket Launch: Shunning Prospects for Better Relations in 2013
December 12, 2012
By Nicholas Hamisevicz North Korea’s decision to launch a satellite in the midst of important regional political transitions underscores its disregard for building better relations with new leaders throughout its…
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