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The Peninsula blog is a project of the Korea Economic Institute. It is designed to provide a wide ranging forum for discussion of the foreign policy, economic, and social issues that impact the Korean peninsula.
Seoul’s Municipal Government Focuses on Women’s Safety
Yong Kwon
June 20, 2019
The municipal government is investing in women's safety in Seoul, but there are questions on whether efforts to-date have been sufficient.
Welfare vs. Growth Debate Over Korea’s Gaming Industry
Yong Kwon
May 30, 2019
Government offices are at odds over how to respond to the WHO’s designation of video game addiction as a mental health disorder.
Housing Relief as a Vehicle for Moon’s Broader Visions
Yong Kwon
May 14, 2019
The government’s latest housing plan not only provides homes but also comes closer to delivering on the administration’s promise of “inclusive welfare.”
Plunge in Trade Impacting North Korean Prospects, Forcing Decisions
William Brown
May 8, 2019
Kim Jong-un's summits with the leaders of China, South Korea, Russia, and the United States have raised Kim’s profile but have not gained him what he needs.
When the Market Option Fails Children
May 7, 2019
To best discipline private childcare providers, the government may simply have to expand the availability of public kindergartens.
Fine Dust Impedes South Korea’s Economic Growth
April 26, 2019
If the fine dust crisis is not resolved in the near future, its consequences will cripple South Korea's economic growth prospects
Testing the Strength and Weakness of Korea’s Disaster Response System
Yong Kwon
April 18, 2019
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
Juni Kim
April 16, 2019
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.
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