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Brushes with the law experienced by Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) include its behavior with respect to its own laws, international contracts, international dispute resolution, international treaties, and legal…
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Yiagadeesen Samy of Carleton University on income inequality in South Korea and its affect on Korea’s economy. Dr. Samy is an economist…
Public opinion can help to both shape and inform public policy. A president with strong approval numbers across ideological divides has significant scope to make policy decisions. While a national…
Not everyone in Korea or foreigners abroad want to hear about national advertising initiatives that focus on mainstream issues like K-Pop, Hallyu or ancient Korean Kimchi culture. Instead, many want…
On January 11, 2013, the Korea Economic Institute of America recently led Washington DC’s celebration of Korean American Day by hosting a luncheon event to honor two Korean Americans for…
By Juni Kim Moon is at a pivotal crossroads in his presidency. As he approaches the halfway point of his five-year term, the initial public enthusiasm over the revival of the Korean peace process that buoyed his high approval rating has steadily waned from multiple diplomatic setbacks over the past year. Economic concerns have also…
By Steven Lim By integrating elements of a reality show and a traditional music competition, the TV program Produce 101 has generated greater public interest in K-pop from both Korean and international audiences. Trainees from various entertainment companies exhibit their skills to join a new music group. The show is notable for not having any…
By Yea Ji Nam In December 2018, close to a hundred thousand taxi drivers took to the streets around the National Assembly to protest against the launch of a mobile ride-sharing service from Kakao Mobility. Amid these rolling protests, two elderly taxi drivers set themselves on fire to bring attention to the challenges facing Korea’s…
By Sang Hyun Back Laws are intended to protect the rights of individuals and benefit the society, but South Korea’s defamation law falls short of these standards. According to Article 307 of South Korea’s Criminal Act, a person who publicly reveals facts that are damaging to another person is subject to punishment. Even if the…
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