President Moon’s Commitment to Young People in South Korea
Part of President Moon’s plans for re-invigorating the economy is to address the problem of unemployment, especially among Korea’s young people.
Hallyu Works Differently in the United States
While Hallyu may have worked in markets that are geographically near South Korea, for many years it had not received as much enthusiasm in the U.S. market.
How Korea’s Nuclear Power Decision Could Impact the U.S.-Korea Trade Deficit
The decision by the Moon Administration to shift from coal and nuclear power to LNG has long-term implications for South Korea’s trade surplus with the United States.
Should South Korea Join the Transition to All Electric Vehicles?
As the industry shifts toward electric vehicles, South Korea will need to consider the current state of the market for electric vehicles in South Korea.
Why Is There No UberX in Seoul?
Uber’s successful launch of UberSHARE and UberEATS in South Korea raises an important question: why is UberX still not offered?
Agreement to Renegotiate KORUS FTA Removes Threat of Withdrawal for the Moment
This will be the second time that the United States has pushed to renegotiate the KORUS FTA, which was originally signed in 2007 but not implemented until 2012.
Moon Jae-in Takes a Different Path to Change in South Korea
Moon Jae-in is showing he is different not by tearing apart Park Geun-hye’s legacy entirely, but rather by utilizing part of it to his advantage.
The Hidden Costs of President Moon’s Minimum Wage Policy
In July 2017, South Korea’s Minimum Wage Commission finalized the decision to increase the country’s minimum wage by 16 percent to 7,530 won ($6.60) per hour in 2018.
New Sanctions Aim at North Korean Economy, Less so Missiles and Nukes
By accepting tough rules on textiles, joint ventures, and overseas employment, new UN sanctions on North Korea are aimed squarely at the general economy.
Growing Role of FDI from Korea in Providing Opportunity and High-Paying Jobs for America
South Korea continues to demonstrate its confidence in America by once again in 2016 increasing its holdings of $38.8 billion in investments at U.S.-based companies, nearly double the level the year prior to the implementation of the Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement (KORUS FTA) in 2011.