North Korea’s Economic Diplomacy with Southeast Asia
As North Korea steps up its diplomacy in Southeast Asia, could it also be a new opportunity for economic engagement?
Korea Adjusts Policies as the Economy Hangs in the Balance
Policy makers in Seoul take steps to avoid an economic slowdown as global economic trends move against Korea.
What Another Wage Hike at Kaesong Means
Does the Kaesong Industrial Complex need to change if North Korea is to change?
Korea’s New Auto Dispute with Europe
With French automakers struggling with the euro crisis the French government is looking to limit Korea’s access to European markets.
South Korea’s Role in International Development
South Korea is currently the world’s 15th largest economy. This fact strikes many as amazing given that Korea’s Gross National Product (GNP) per capita increased…
Samsung Galaxy Tab the Latest Casualty in Ongoing Legal War with Apple
By Chad O’Carroll The seemingly perpetual legal fracas between Apple and Samsung took a turn yesterday when U.S. District Judge Lucy Koh of California entered…
Korea to Halt Imports of Iranian Oil
What are the costs and benefits to Korea of halting imports of Iranian oil?
Impact of the U.S. and EU FTAs on Korea
By Troy Stangarone In recent days there has been significant discussion on the impact of Korea’s FTAs with the United States and the EU. The…
What Would a Modern Greek Euro Tragedy Mean for Korea?
How a Greek exit from the euro zone could impact the Korean economy.
Five Issues to Consider for a Korean FTA with China
Now that Korea and China have agreed to begin FTA negotiations, what does that mean for Korea and trade in East Asia?