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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.
5 Important Issues for the New U.S. Ambassador to Korea
Nicholas Hamisevicz
September 18, 2014
Issues for the new U.S. Ambassador to help keep the U.S.-Korea alliance strong and active, both in the Northeast Asia region and around the globe.
Why Does the U.S. Hesitate to Enforce Its Laws?
September 17, 2014
Why has the United States hesitated to impose the same legal measures against North Korea that it has already used with success against other countries for far less egregious violations of U.S. and international law?
After Trouble with Minesweeper Deal South Korea – India Relations Need a Win
Nicholas Hamisevicz
September 15, 2014
For South Korea and India, a new bilateral project will be necessary to propel the South Korea-India strategic partnership to a higher intensity of relations.
Setting the Record Straight – KORUS Trade Statistics
April 24, 2014
If present trends continue, the 2014 U.S. merchandise trade deficit with Korea is on track to be less than the 2013 level.
R & R Needed on President Obama’s Trip to Korea: Reassurance & Reaffirmation
Nicholas Hamisevicz
April 23, 2014
Reassurance and reaffirmation, while difficult, should be a major focus for President Obama in South Korea.
What to Look for in Obama’s Upcoming Trip to Korea and Japan
April 22, 2014
The role of President Obama in this situation has been argued over by many analysts, but it is clear that as a main ally to both countries, Obama should continue to provide opportunities where all three leaders can discuss mutually beneficial issue.
Korea’s Economic Relationship with India Gets Dragged into Court and Politics
Nicholas Hamisevicz
April 21, 2014
Recent ruling by the Indian Supreme Court is another example of how India continues to turn away potential Korean and international investors
Park Geun-hye’s Visit to India: Looking to Enhance Korea-India Relations
Nicholas Hamisevicz
January 17, 2014
South Korean President Park Geun-hye travelled to India this week for her first overseas trip in 2014.
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