The Historical and Institutional Foundations of Socioeconomic Linkages between the U.S. and South Korea

Amid tariffs and investments, many have pointed to the benefits of deep socioeconomic linkages between the United States and South Korea.

The Future of U.S.-Korea Shipbuilding

Bilateral cooperation in shipbuilding could become a linchpin of U.S. maritime security and economic strategy for decades to come.

How the U.S.-UK Agreement Could Shape Future Trade Talks

The first major deal of the year carries implications for South Korea on everything from tech trade to agriculture

The Case for Active Public Relations and Communications Strategy to Promote Korean Investments

New KEI research shows that perception and visibility, not dollar amounts, shape how Americans feel about foreign investment.

Untethered Sentiments: How Politics, Visibility, Perception, and Demographic Differences Shape American Views on Foreign Investment and Trade

South Korea Needs to Take the Long Road to Free Trade

Seoul's optimistic rhetoric belies deep skepticism about the prospects for a significant breakthrough on trade with the Trump administration.

The Impact of U.S. Trade Policy on South Korea

The protectionist policies of the Trump administration have profound implications for both the United States and South Korea

The United States and South Korea: A Vital Economic Partnership for the 21st Century

If the United States and Korea are rowing in the same direction, the two countries should help set the pace for the rest of the...

The Order and Chaos Surrounding U.S.-South Korea Tariff Negotiations

The imposition of reciprocal tariffs on Korea and the addition of import duties signify a sharp turn away from the KORUS FTA playbook.

US-Korea Investment and Diplomacy Ledger: Q1, 2025

The first quarter of 2025 marked the transition into what will likely be seen as a new global economic reordering.

US funding freeze threatens backbone of global efforts on North Korean human rights

The U.S. has played a uniquely important role in sustaining the global movement for truth, justice, and accountability for the people of North Korea. Today,...

Why Shipbuilding is a Silver Lining amid the U.S. Tariff Turmoil

For South Korea, U.S. partnership presents an opportunity for its shipbuilding sector to maintain competitiveness while reducing dependence on China

Worrying Trends for the South Korean Won

Short-term fears of economic volatility can make people lose confidence in a currency and refuse to hold it, no matter how cheap it gets.

The Beef with Tariffs (II): A Closer Look at Deficit-Driven Tariffs

Without exception, the April 2 tariffs are much larger than the tariffs South Korea and others levy on the United States.

The Beef With Tariffs (I): South Korea’s True Tariff on U.S. Goods Is Far Lower Than White House Claims

The president held up a placard explaining that nearly every country trading with the United States will be forced to pay heavier tariffs.