The Peninsula
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.
Not as Easy as A-B-C? Looking at English Proficiency in South Korea
Juni Kim
May 2, 2016
Even a cursory glance at the South Korean education system reveals a fervent interest for English learning in both public and private spheres.
The Beginning of a New South Korea-Iran Relationship?
Troy Stangarone
April 29, 2016
While relations with Iran hold significant promise with the removal of economic sanctions, they also have the potential to be extremely complex.
Five Surprising Ways South Korea and the United States are Working Together
Jenna Gibson
April 27, 2016
There are many arenas where the United States and South Korea work together outside of the military alliance. Here are five surprising places where these two countries collaborate.
Is Trouble Bubbling Under the Surface of South Korea’s Tourism Boom?
Jenna Gibson
April 25, 2016
By Jenna Gibson Walking down one of Seoul’s many shopping streets, sandwiched between food carts and two-story portraits of the latest k-pop phenom, store clerks hover, calling out to the…
Why the Panama Papers Matter for Pressuring North Korea
Kyle Ferrier
April 18, 2016
In anticipation of the disclosure of all 214,000 businesses in the Panama Papers next month, there are three ways this new information can help to strengthen efforts to pressure North Korea.
All Eyes on Chinese Trade with North Korea, But There is a Problem
William Brown
April 12, 2016
China surprised many Washington pundits by signing on in February to what looks like fairly tough trade sanctions on North Korea.
A Discussion of Markets and the Economy in North Korea with Dr. Stephan Haggard
April 8, 2016
KEI Communications Director Jenna Gibson, host of Korean Kontext, recently interviewed Dr. Stephen Haggard of the University of California-San Diego on the North Korean economy, the role of black markets, and the potential impacts of new UN sanctions.
A Look at the Major Political Parties' Positions in the 2016 National Assembly Election
Troy Stangarone
April 6, 2016
On April 13, 2016, South Korea will hold elections for the 20th National Assembly.
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