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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.
Overcoming North Korea to Build a Eurasian Economic Space
Troy Stangarone
October 23, 2013
Achieving President Park’s vision for Eurasia will require developing a means of integrating North Korea into the broader regional framework and mitigating the risk of Pyongyang arbitrarily shutting down links between South Korea and the continent.
Comparing Skill Sets Among Korean and American Adults
October 17, 2013
Last week, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) released a report on the level of skills among adults in 24 developed countries, including the Republic of Korea and the United States.
Bridges of Understanding: The Peace Corps & The U.S. – Korea Alliance
October 3, 2013
From 1966 to 1981, nearly 2,000 Peace Corps volunteers and staff members shared their lives with their Korean counterparts and were witness to the tremendous work ethic of the Korean people as the groundwork was being laid for the Korea we see now in the 21st century.
Laying the Foundation for Innovation and Economic Growth in Korea and the United States
September 10, 2013
Korea and the United States both enjoy a number of competitive advantages – high innovation capabilities, educated and sophisticated workforces, and cutting-edge technologies in key areas, such as information, health care, and energy.
South Korea’s National Assembly and the Issue of Household Debt
July 19, 2013
The rising household debt in Korea is a critical issue and a clear symbol of its importance was the high level of government officials testifying at the hearing.
Strategic Points to Consider for the Korea-China Summit Meeting
May 22, 2013
By Park Jinho In the aftermath of a successful summit meeting between Korea and the U.S., the Park Geun-hye administration is preparing for a summit meeting with Chinese President Xi…
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.
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