Korea and the Seesaw between U.S. and China’s Asia Policies
As new leadership settles takes hold in China and the United States, how will their respective foreign policies towards Asia impact countries like Korea?
Highlighted Trend – U.S. State-by-State Trade with Korea
According to data by the U.S. Census Bureau, in the last eight years Korea has consistently remained the U.S.’s 7th largest trading partner and is on track to remain so this year.
Sushi Wars
A few days ago, I went to my friend’s favorite local Japanese sushi bar for the first time, and I noticed that there was bulgogi…
Korea and APEC: Match Made in a Globalized World
By Sarah K. Yun As leaders of the Asia-Pacific nations gathered for the 20th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Meeting in Vladivostok, Russia on September…
Jang Song-taek Returns From China
By Nicholas Hamisevicz Jang Song-taek, Vice-Chairman of North Korea’s National Defense Commission and uncle to Kim Jong-un, returned from China after several days of meetings…
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.
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.
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?