North Korean Economy Shrinks in 2020
North Korea’s real GDP fell by 4.5% in 2020, the steepest decline since 1997 during the “Arduous March,” when North Korea was hit by famine.
The Implications of South Korea’s “Anti-Google Law”
South Korea’s new “anti-Google” law could have wider implications in a world where governments are trying to make sense of the new technologies.
How the “Plus” Factor in South Korea’s New Southern Policy Plus Can Ensure Sustainability
The New Southern Policy Plus (NSP Plus) was announced by President Moon Jae-in at the 21st ASEAN-ROK Summit on November 12, 2020. While maintaining emphasis…
Global shipping container shortage hits Korean small businesses
Korean exporters are struggling to keep up as shipping and transport networks prioritize larger-scale shipments from China.
How South Korea Can Upgrade its Strategic Partnership with Vietnam
South Korea and Vietnam are both regional middle powers caught by strategic dilemmas amid intensifying U.S.-China competition.
Views on the Upcoming Moon-Biden Summit from KEI Advisory Council
By KEI Advisory Council President Joe Biden and President Moon Jae-in are scheduled to meet in Washington D.C. on May 21. For President Biden, this…
North Korea’s Difficulties Coping with COVID-19
The government of North Korea continues to report that it has no cases of COVID-19. In its most recent submission to the World Health Organization…
South Korea Focuses its Sights on South America
South Korea aims to expand trade partnerships with South American countries, building on ongoing efforts to diversify the number of trade partners.
Korea’s Participation in RCEP is Likely to be Beneficial
On November 15th, fifteen countries signed the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world’s largest free trade agreement. It includes the ten ASEAN countries and some…
What Will RCEP Mean for South Korea?
On Sunday November 15 the countries party to the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) announced that trade negotiations had successfully concluded after several years of…