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.
A New Status for South Korea as a Global Health Leader?
Korea View
October 15, 2021
Despite Korea's early successes in containing the COVID-19 pandemic, a recent survey suggests that fewer Americans see South Korea as an ideal partner in global health challenges than they did in 2020.
North Korea Policy Incongruent with Public Opinion
Korea View
October 14, 2021
Despite growing public indifference towards reunification, the South Korean administration seems to maintain a similar stance on North Korea.
Public Support for Looser COVID Precautions
Korea View
October 13, 2021
Despite high rates of transmission, South Korea plans to loosen COVID restrictions in line with public sentiments.
Local Governments Tackle Bigger Policy Issues
Korea View
October 8, 2021
In response to the widening gap in educational achievement, Seoul municipal government is taking an approach that the central government has long disavowed.
Corruption Allegations Catch Public Attention
Korea View
October 7, 2021
The public once again weighs the transparency and inscrutability of candidates ahead of next year’s presidential election.
K-Pop Rises to Social Advocacy
Korea View
October 4, 2021
What might be prompting K-pop bands to engage in social activism on the global stage? One thought is that bands are shaped by their international fanbase.
Piloting Artificial Intelligence in Security Sector
Korea View
September 30, 2021
The Korean state is incorporating artificial intelligence into the military and police to test out new technologies ahead of commercialization.
Growing Calls for Military Reform
Korea View
September 24, 2021
Advocates for the rights of South Korean soldiers receive support from not only a sympathetic press but also international organizations.