CHIPS Act: Outlook and Implications for South Korea
The CHIPS Act and the future of U.S.-ROK technological cooperation pose challenges and opportunities for South Korea and its semiconductor industry.
The Outlook for the Korean Economy: Will Stagflation Curb Growth?
With inflation expected to rise, many forecasters warn that the global economy may be entering a period of stagflation. Will this curb Korea’s growth?
President Yoon’s Economic Policies
President Yoon Suk Yeol campaigned on economic policies changes that could bring significant economic benefits to South Korea.
South Korea, Ukraine and Russia Part II: The Economic Dimension
Pursuing sanctions on Russia poses nowhere near the tough choices that arise when talking about Korea’s dependence on trade and investment with China.
Beyond the Data: Gender and Immigration in South Korea
Despite a declining workforce and a need for foreign workers, South Korea maintains some of the strictest immigration controls among the OECD countries.
The Impact of the War in Ukraine on the Outlook for the Korean Economy
External threats of disruptions to the world economy due to the war in Ukraine are perhaps the biggest risk to the Korean economy.
North Korea and Global Food Prices: A Coming Shock?
Will the food price shock unleashed by the war in Ukraine find its way into the North Korean economy?
The Historical Momentum behind the Korean Air-Asiana Airlines Merger—New Approach, Same Conclusion
To understand the context behind the Korean Air-Asiana Airlines merger, one must understand the unique historical momentum driving it.
Breaking Down Labor Market Dualism in South Korea
Labor market dualism – the segmentation between regular and non-regular workers — is deeply entrenched in Korea’s labor market.
South Korea’s New Southern Policy: Will Its ‘Legacy’ Continue Under the Next Administration?
Election pledges provide an initial overview of how Moon Jae-in’s New Southern Policy may or may not continue under the next administration.