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Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about Japan stepping on the accelerator of right-wing shift and the rise of global right-wing radicalism
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will reexamine the role of the UN and Korea's diplomatic position through the 2025 general assembly.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about France's rage towards Macron's austerity policies and decades-long French protests.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about President Lee Jae-myung's 100-Day review on policy, key tasks and foreign affairs
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about North Korea-China-Russia's alliance seen through China's Victory Day and South Korea's response.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about results of the Korea-U.S. Summit and the new Cold War.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the impact of the Japan-South Korea summit on industrial and security cooperation between the two countries and on the South Korea-US summit.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the Trump-Putin summit, the future of the war in Ukraine, and South Korea's position in all of it.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about UK seeking to project both soft and hard power in a post-Brexit world.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the political interpretation of the Korea-U.S. aariff agreement and prospects for the upcoming summit.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the approaching deadline for US tariff negotiations and the current negotiation status with other countries, as well as South Korea's tactic preparations.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the idea behind President Lee's special diplomatic envoy and what we can expect.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the latest developments in these high stakes trade talks.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about South Korea's partnership with NATO and IP4 membership.
Paik Seung-hoon, Principal Researcher at the Institute of Middle East Studies at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the United States' attack on Iran and its effects.
백승훈, Principal Researcher at the Institute of Middle East Studies at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the United States' attack on Iran and its effects.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the U.S. and political turmoil amidst anti-Trump riots.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about Presidential appointments outlined...preview of Lee Jae Myung administration's politics, policy directions.
Yun Sun-Jin, Dean of SNU Graduate School of Environmental Studies will talk about the new government's environmental policies and the challenges.
최현선, Professor of Public Administration at 명지 University analyzes the new government's social policies in areas such as medical care and labour.
최수온, a Research Fellow at the Korea Institute for Defense Analyses about national defense in context with South Korea’s alliance with the United States.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of the Department of Economics at Catholic University will talk about the economic challenges facing the new government including supplemental budgeting, labor policy, social welfare for the elderly and the housing market.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about foreign policy and how each candidate plans to engage with major countries such as the U.S., Japan and China.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about UK's reset of relationship with EU post-Brexit.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about President Trump's tour of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE and Israel
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about India-Pakistan ceasefire after the U.S. intervention.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the upcoming election in South Korea, Lee Jae-myung's legal risk and the conservatives' 'big tent'.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of the Department of Economics at Catholic University will talk about the U.S.-Korea tariffs South Korea's strategy for the 'July package' and the impact of the June election
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about China's claims over the Yellow Sea's Provisional Measure zone and its effect on the relations between Seoul and Beijing.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of the Department of Economics at Catholic University will talk about the Bank of Korea's rate freeze and its relations to the Trump tariffs.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about Korea's diplomatic relations with Syria.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of the Department of Economics at Catholic University will talk about U.S. and China's trade tension and its effect on South Korea.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about what the election means today and what voters are responsible for.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of the Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of Trump's latest tariff move and the potential economic crisis.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the constitutional court's ruling of President
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of Trump's reciprocal tariffs and its effect on the Korean auto industry.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about South Korea's interest in investments towards the Alaska gas pipeline.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of the new national pension reform bill.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the seriousness of South Korea being in the "sensitive country" list of the U.S. Department of Energy.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of the new tariffs on metals.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the thriving Russian economy despite the war and the reason behind it.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of the hypermarket homeplus' fiancial crisis and its management
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about President Trump's tariffs' effect on the domestic economy and Korean industries' response
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about President Trump's peace deal for Ukraine without Ukraine and the EU leadership
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of the background behind interest rates being lowered to 2.75% and the economic trends in Korea
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of the hiking gold prices and the potential behind gold investments
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the German election and the struggles it faces as well as the political swing to the right
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of President Trump's tariffs and its effects on Korean companies
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the peace treaty about the war in Ukraine, the interest of each nation involved.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of negotiation for a deal on Korea’s Special Chips Act.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about President Trump's controversial proposal to force Palestinians out of Gaza
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of the implications that the pause in rate US Federal Reserve has and the effects on South Korea's economy.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the 2025 World Economic Forum's take aways and the role in the international community
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will do an in-depth analysis of Trump policy storm and their potential impact on Korea
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the Argentinian President Javier Milei's intriguing rise to fame and presidency
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will talk about the key rate freeze and its impact on the livelihood.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about Trump cabinet's key foreign policies and their impact on U.S.-Korea relations
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will talk about supporting small business and the people's livelihood during domestic economic struggles.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies talks about the reasons why President Trump is so interested in the control of the Greenland-Panama Canal
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about Korea's new year beginning with political turmoil and economic uncertainties, as the finance ministry projects low growth and unveils its 2025 economic policy direction.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the ongoing political unrest in South Korea, a month after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law, with protests erupting over alleged insurrection charges and calls for impeachment.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the four biggest economic headlines in Korea this year, from the shockwaves of short-lived martial law to the impact of former US President Donald Trump's re-election.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about a review of 2024 for South Korea, reflecting on its relationships with major world powers as the year comes to a close.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the US Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut and its projection of a slower pace next year, and explore how this shift could impact the Korean economy.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about South Korea's ongoing political crisis following the martial law declaration, exploring the dramatic twists and insights.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the impact of President 윤석열’s brief martial law imposition on South Korea, examining the National Assembly's vote to impeach him and its potential effects on the Korean economy and next year's fiscal budget.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the massive crowds in 여의도 cheering as South Korea's National Assembly voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, despite the looming political vacuum the country may face for months.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the continued foreign investors' selling spree in Korea’s stock market following the martial law debacle, and the potential long-term impacts on the country's global credibility and economy.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about South Korea's president declaring and then lifting martial law in a six-hour window, exploring the historical context of this unprecedented move and its implications for the country’s democratic progress.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the Bank of Korea's unexpected rate cut to 3% and what it signals about the current state and future outlook of the Korean economy.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the global plastic pollution crisis and whether the INC-5 meeting in Busan made progress toward a legally binding treaty to address this escalating environmental challenge.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the state of the Chinese economy and its readiness for a potential trade war with the US, as Donald Trump's return and America-first policies reignite tensions.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon's diplomatic trip to Latin America, its role in advancing South Korea's vision as a "global pivotal state," and the outcomes of the APEC and G20 summits.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the key economic achievements of the Yoon administration at its midpoint, including record exports and cooling inflation, while also addressing the challenges and strategies needed moving forward.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominations, largely filled with loyalists, and the immediate political challenges they present despite satisfying his supporters' desire to disrupt Washington.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about South Korea's preparations for the potential impact of Trump's America-first economic policies, with a focus on how they might affect key industries in the country.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the return of Donald Trump to the presidency and what his stance on the global economy, the two wars, NATO, the Supreme Court, and more will mean for the future.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the closely watched US Presidential election, where the tight race may prolong the wait for a victor, and we'll explore the potential impacts of a leadership change on Korea's economy.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the two candidates in the closely contested race for the White House and their potential impacts on Korea’s diplomacy and national security, as both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump make final campaign efforts in key swing states.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about Japan’s recent parliamentary elections, where the Liberal Democratic Party lost its long-held majority, marking a shift in Japanese politics and sparking major discussions in the larger geopolitical landscape.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about South Korea's economic slowdown, with only 0.1% growth in the third quarter, prompting warnings of a potential downgrade in the 2024 forecast and calls for measures to address the downturn.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about Samsung's semiconductor division, where the head recently apologized for disappointing third-quarter results, amid concerns that the business is falling behind global rivals and the steps needed to reclaim industry leadership.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about North Korea's recent escalation, officially declaring South Korea a hostile state in its constitution and destroying key roads and railways connecting the two countries.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the recent interest rate cuts by the Bank of Korea, what it means for the economy, and the potential impact on household debt and housing prices.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon Suk Yeol's recent Southeast Asian trip, focusing on his diplomatic efforts to strengthen regional ties, North Korea-related issues, and his meetings with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, with an upcoming trilateral summit with the U.S. and Japan on the horizon.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the escalating conflict between delivery apps and restaurant owners over high commission fees, price hikes, and growing tensions over potential antitrust regulations on major online platforms.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the one-year anniversary of the October 7th Hamas-led attacks in Israel, which left 1,200 people dead and 250 kidnapped, while over 41,000 Palestinians have been killed in the ensuing war with no clear prospects of a cease-fire.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the newly announced 'Value-up' index, its controversies regarding stock selections, and the key elements needed for its success in revitalizing Korea's stock market and addressing the Korea discount.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will discuss the complex dynamics surrounding the current struggles in the Middle East, including the life of assassinated leader Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah’s objectives against Israel, and Hamas’s Yahya Sinwar along with last year’s attack on Israel.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the US Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut, the first in four and a half years, and explore the reasons behind this policy shift, its implications for South Korea, and its potential impact on the upcoming US presidential election.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon Suk Yeol's return to Seoul after a four-day visit to the Czech Republic, where 56 MOUs were signed, focusing on strengthening the nuclear energy alliance and expanding Korea's nuclear power plant exports in Europe.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the government's new measures to stabilize prices and boost domestic consumption ahead of the Chuseok holiday, as Korea's consumer prices hit their lowest level in over three years.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon's meeting with outgoing Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida during his state visit to Korea, as both countries face impending leadership changes and aim to maintain mutually beneficial relations despite deep-rooted differences.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about President 윤석열's briefing on his administration's four major reforms, focusing on the national pension reform aimed at ensuring payments for all citizens, creating a sustainable funding mechanism, and promoting intergenerational fairness.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about Jake Sullivan's recent visit to Beijing, where the US national security adviser met with senior Chinese officials, including Xi Jinping, amid rising security tensions and US leadership transitions.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the Bank of Korea's decision to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 3.5% for the 13th time and U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's announcement of a likely rate cut in September, and what these developments mean for the global economy.
Prof. Kim Hwa-gyun of Banking and Finance at Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School will tell us about the high-stakes global AI chip race, where South Korea's major investments aim to maintain its lead with SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics at the forefront, despite challenges from geopolitical tensions and market uncertainties.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about South Korea's record-high July employment rate and record-low jobless rate, exploring the underlying concerns and implications for upcoming monetary policy decisions.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the one-year anniversary of the historic Korea-US-Japan summit at Camp David, where the leaders reaffirmed their strong trilateral security cooperation amid anticipated leadership changes in Washington and Tokyo.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the underlying causes of U.S. recession fears, the outlook ahead, and their implications for the U.S. Federal Reserve's next steps.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about France, continuing our discussion from last week, exploring its rich history and cultural landmarks as we reach the midpoint of the Paris Olympics.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's indication of a possible rate cut in September, examining the economic changes driving this shift, its potential impact on the US presidential election, and how it might influence a subsequent Bank of Korea decision.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about France, exploring its rich history and cultural landmarks as we reach the midpoint of the Paris Olympics.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the crisis involving major South Korean e-commerce platforms Tmon and WeMakePrice, where frustrated customers have stormed the headquarters demanding refunds, amid growing concerns about the liquidity of their parent company, Qoo10 Group.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the latest shake-up in the US presidential race, where Joe Biden bowed to pressure from his party and withdrew, endorsing Kamala Harris, who now appears poised to secure the Democratic nomination with support from key political figures like Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer, Hakeem Jeffries, and the Obamas.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the implications of Samsung Electronics, the world's largest maker of memory chips, smartphones, and televisions, facing its first-ever general strike.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about state-owned Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Co. edging out rivals to build two multibillion-dollar reactors in the Czech Republic, President Yoon's optimism for more European deals, the necessity of nuclear energy for net zero goals, and the ongoing reservations about its inherent risks.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the implications of the assassination attempt on former U.S. President Donald Trump for gun control, dealing with political violence, and the upcoming November election.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the newly set minimum hourly wage for next year, which has disappointed both businesses and workers
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about South Korea's key economic policy measures for the latter half of 2024, which prioritize price stabilization, economic revamping, and reducing the financial burden on small business owners and ordinary citizens amidst elevated inflation and high interest rates.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the implications of reformist Masoud Pezeshkian's victory in Iran's presidential election, the potential softening of Iran's foreign policy, and the impact on the country and the wider region following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about Nvidia's rapid rise to become the world's most valuable company and its subsequent loss of over $500 billion in market value within three trading days, raising fears that the AI hype could be a bubble similar to the dot-com bust.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the recent underwhelming presidential debate where incumbent President Biden struggled, former President Trump deflected key questions, and the impact on the polls remains uncertain.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about South Korea's record-high exports driven by the IT and automobile sectors, the growing shift from China to the US in trade, and the implications for Korea's economic recovery amidst declining China-bound exports.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about South Korea's stern warning to Russia over potential weapon supplies to Pyongyang, the implications of the recent Putin-Kim summit, and the delicate balance Seoul must maintain in its relations with Russia.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about Korea’s largest e-commerce platform, Coupang being fined 40 billion-won for using unfair search algorithms to boost sales of its own private-label items. This marks the largest-ever fine imposed on a domestic retailer.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's return from a weeklong trip to Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, focusing on strengthening economic ties and securing critical minerals and energy supplies amid rising geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainties.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the European Central Bank's first interest rate cut in five years, its implications for global economies, and how it might impact Korea, amid similar moves by Canada and Sweden but a different stance from the US Fed.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about how Korea-Japan relations are improving under the current conservative government with a focus on national security, yet still face potential turbulence due to unresolved historical disputes.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about South Korea's surprising first-quarter growth, extending its export gains for the eighth consecutive month in May, and the upward revision of its growth forecast, while key U.S. data provides insights into future U.S. inflation and interest rates.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the 22nd National Assembly's new term marked by intense partisan divisions, where the opposition's stronger majority is expected to push through contentious bills, challenging the ruling party to either fend them off or rely on the Presidential veto.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the global race for chip supremacy, focusing on South Korea's new 26 trillion won package to boost its semiconductor industry, and explore the details, prospects, and challenges of this major support program.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the first trilateral summit in over four years between Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and South Korean President Yoon Suk-Yeol, as the leaders meet in Seoul to revive annual discussions disrupted by bilateral feuds and the pandemic.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the intensifying US-China trade war, sparked by President Biden quadrupling tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and raising levies on other green tech, and China's vow to retaliate, and its impact on Korea.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about Vladimir Putin choosing Beijing for his first visit of the new term, deepening the strategic partnership with Xi Jinping in their fourth meeting since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and its global implications.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent tour of Europe, including France, Serbia, and Hungary, marking his first visit to the region in five years, aimed at exploring new strategies amid US trade tensions, and we'll examine whether Xi achieved his objectives and the main points of disagreement during the trip.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon's recent actions marking two years in office, including his second press conference since inauguration, featuring a Q&A session with the press—a practice previously conducted regularly on his commute but suspended in November 2022.
Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the latest source of tension between South Korea and Japan, as the Japanese government intensifies pressure on Naver, a South Korean portal giant, to seize management control of Line, the popular messaging app in Japan, sparking controversy and reflecting a broader global trend of data protectionism where governments intervene in foreign companies citing security risks.
Prof. Kim Byung-jooofInternational Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the reemergence of two investigations in South Korea's political arena following the April 10th General Election and the historic meeting between President Yoon Suk Yeol and the opposition party chief: one concerning the Itaewon tragedy and the other related to the death of Marine Corporal, highlighting deeper implications beyond mere political issues for the current state of politics and Korea's future.
Prof. Shin Se-don of Department of Economics at Sookmyung Women’s University will tell us about South Korea's surprising first-quarter growth, which exceeded expectations but hasn't translated to relief for many struggling with high prices and interest rates, while in the U.S., first-quarter growth slowed alongside faster-than-expected price increases.
Prof. Kim Byung-jooofInternational Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the evolving dynamics of AUKUS three years after its announcement, including China's concerns over regional tensions, ongoing discussions about phase two involving Japan and potential expansion to include more partners, alongside the upcoming Korea-Australia 2+2 meeting and its implications.
Prof. Shin Se-don of Department of Economics at Sookmyung Women’s University will tell us about the lingering uncertainties caused by heightened tensions in the Middle East and their impact on the Korean economy, following Iran's downplaying of Israeli airstrikes and ongoing geopolitical risks affecting markets and investors worldwide.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about how countering China has become a key focus in President Joe Biden's ongoing rivalry with former President Donald Trump, exploring the political impact of tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum and efforts to ease tensions diplomatically between the world's top two economies.
Prof. Shin Se-don of Department of Economics at Sookmyung Women’s University will tell us about South Korea's national debt, which exceeded 126.7 trillion won last year, surpassing 50% of Korea’s GDP for the first time, and we'll explore the main factors contributing to this increase and its implications for the Korean government’s fiscal stability.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo ofInternational Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the recent joint summit between the leaders of the US, Japan, and the Philippines, highlighting key takeaways from their agreements amid efforts to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo ofInternational Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the recent S. Korean parliamentary elections, where the liberal opposition secured a landslide victory with the Democratic Party winning 175 out of 300 seats in the National Assembly, significantly impacting President Yoon's position for the remaining three years of his term.
Prof. Shin Se-don of Department of Economics at Sookmyung Women’s University will tell us about Korea's upcoming 22nd general election, where both ruling and opposition parties are emphasizing their economic pledges in a final attempt to sway swing voters, with the ruling party's proposal to scrap the capital gains tax, set for next year, sparking nationwide debate.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo ofInternational Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the upcoming general elections in South Korea, with a record turnout during early voting and intense efforts to sway voters, focusing on the critical election issues including the economy, low birth rate, housing prices, North Korean missile threats, and political polarization.
Prof. Shin Se-don of Department of Economics at Sookmyung Women’s University will tell us about the upcoming April general elections, with both ruling and opposition parties vying for undecided voters by focusing on economic pledges to alleviate financial burdens amidst high inflation and soaring prices.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo ofInternational Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the recent arrival of the Israeli delegation in Cairo for ceasefire talks amidst a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, prompting questions about the complexity of US-Israel relations despite the Biden administration's authorization of military support to Israel.
Prof. Shin Se-don of Department of Economics at Sookmyung Women’s University will tell us about the Bank of Japan's first interest rate hike in 17 years, ending Japan's negative interest rate era, alongside the US Federal Reserve's decision to hold rates steady and suggest potential rate cuts this year.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo ofInternational Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about both Joe Biden and Donald Trump securing their party nominations, the significance of the phrase "democracy is on the ballot" in the upcoming election, the current polls 8 months ahead, and what's next.
Prof. Shin Se-don of Department of Economics at Sookmyung Women’s University will tell us about the skyrocketing fruit prices driving South Korea's inflation to around 3%, posing challenges for the Bank of Korea amidst high inflation and rising household debt, and we'll discuss the possibility of future interest rate cuts.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the significance of the US-led Summit for Democracy, hosted by South Korea and involving over 60 countries, in countering authoritarianism and democratic decline amid a period of numerous national elections.
Prof. Shin Se-don of Department of Economics at Sookmyung Women’s University will tell us about the recent record highs in cryptocurrency Bitcoin, gold prices, Nasdaq, and S&P 500, prompting questions about the driving forces behind this surge and whether the bullish upward trend is sustainable or indicative of a potential bubble.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about China's annual "Two Sessions," a key political event shaping the legislative agenda for the year, with this 10-day congress being the most important of the year; notably, Beijing has canceled its usual premier-led press conference.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about Sweden's historic departure from 200 years of neutrality as it officially joins NATO, a decision reached after almost two years of negotiations, dealing a significant blow to the Russian President and raising questions about the implications for the region's geopolitics and beyond.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the upcoming South Korea National Assembly election in 5½ weeks, characterized by a highly contentious political climate and the potential impact of breakaway factions and third parties, while also questioning the defining factors of President Yoon's remaining term.
Prof. Yang Jusok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about Nvidia's record-breaking one-day gain in Wall Street, fueled by exceptional quarterly earnings and sales outlook, solidifying its status as "the most important stock on earth" according to Goldman Sachs. We'll delve into what this means for Korean companies in the thriving AI market.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the recent G20 Foreign Ministers' meeting in Rio, Brazil, where the host country advocated for a UN overhaul, citing its failure to prevent wars and conflicts. We'll explore the crucial role of foreign ministers' meetings in addressing global challenges amid the rise of the New Cold War.
Prof. Yang Jusok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about South Korea's economic growth trailing behind Japan's for the first time in 25 years, prompting questions about Japan's recovery and Korea's potential path towards a prolonged period of low growth.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about South Korea's unexpected diplomatic move last week, establishing relations with Cuba, and explore the implications of this development on North Korea, which has long considered Cuba a "brotherly country."
Prof. Yang Jusok will tell us about the challenges South Koreans face during the Lunar New Year, marked by soaring living costs prompting some to seek alternatives in Japan and South Asian countries, delving into the reasons behind the steep and prolonged price hikes, their potential peak, and the impact on future government fiscal policies
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the strained Seoul-Moscow relations stemming from Russia's actions in Ukraine and its ties with North Korea, pondering whether it's in the best interest of both nations to manage and improve these tensions.
Prof. Yang Jusok will tell us about the recent selection of Stage X, a local consortium, as the winner of a heated spectrum auction, positioning them to become South Korea's fourth national mobile network operator and potentially reshape the longstanding dominance of the telecommunications market by SK, KT, and LG for over two decades.
Prof. 박원곤 of North Korean studies at Ewha Womans University will tell us about rising tensions on the Korean peninsula as North Korea redefines South Korea as its "primary foe," abandons unification goals, and advances its missile programs. Growing concerns surround its deepening ties with Russia, prompting experts to warn of a potential conflict, even the possibility of a full-fledged war.
South Korea's economy, which grew by 1.4% in 2023, meeting the central bank's goal but marking the lowest growth since 2009 (excluding the Covid-19 years), with the gross national income per capita rebounding to around 33,000 USD.
At The World Economic Forum that took place in Davos, economists painted a grim outlook due to escalating geopolitical tensions, concerns about climate change, and the impact of AI on the global economy.
In the Middle East, there's a common belief that the conflict involving Israel is essentially a US proxy war. Without American diplomatic cover and weapons, it's suggested the war wouldn't exist. The question arises about the extent of US responsibility for the current troubles in the region.
Shareholders of Taeyoung Engineering and Construction voted for a workout program to rescue the company, granting a brief period for restructuring amid Korea’s looming real estate project financing(PF) crisis.
Lai Ching-the of the Democratic Progressive Party won the Taiwanese presidential election, making it the first time a party secured a third consecutive win. However, the DPP lost its parliamentary majority, complicating the passage of legislation for Lai.
The government aims to control inflation and boost domestic consumption in the new year. It plans to stabilize prices by injecting trillions of won and offer tax incentives to companies and individuals.
In preparation for the National Assembly elections on April 10th in South Korea, the recent attack on Democratic Party (DP) chief Lee Jae-myeong has caused a pause in political campaigning across the board. The incident raises questions about the impact on the upcoming general elections and prompts speculation about the future political landscape.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea goes over China, US, and Korea's forecast of the economy.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to go over 2023 Korea's foreign and security policy.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea will talk about the 2024 budget.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to go over Korea’s Indo-Pacific strategy.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea goes over the Intensifying trade protectionism and South Korea’s strategy.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to go over President Yoon's Dutch trip in detail.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea goes over the oil price plunge issues.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us the background of the latest trilateral security meeting in detail.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea goes over the BOK's latest decision to freeze its rates and forecasts what's to come.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to go over the life and works of the late Secretary of State Henry Kissinger in detail.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea gives insights into how serious South Korea's debt problem is.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to review the Downing Street Accord elevating bilateral relations between South Korea and the UK signed during President Yoon Seok Yeol's visit to the UK.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea describes the weakened Yen's impact on South Korea's economy.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to summarize the key takeaways from the APEC Summit and IPEF Summit.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea takes a closer look at the impact of S. Korea's short-selling ban in stocks.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to debrief the U.S. Secretary of State Blinken's visit to Korea
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea looks into Kakao's crisis and Korea's chronic problem of market dominance by giant conglomerates.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to analyze the recent polls regarding the US Presidential Election.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea goes over the key indices and gives projections for future growth.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to summarize the points from President Yoon's six-day trip to Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea explains the BOK's recent rate freeze decision and provides some clues to future projections.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to analyze the results of the Belt & Road Forum and the implications of China-Russia interaction.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea tells us the economical impact from an ongoing military and political conflict in the Levant between Israel and Palestine.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to analyze the takeaways from the by-election in Seoul's Gangseo District, dubbed a barometer for the 2024 general elections
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea tells us what's behind surging US treasury yields and its impact on Korean economy
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss shortcomings of international organizations highlighted by war in Ukraine, continual North Korea provocations, and other geopolitical conflicts.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss Korea's national pension reform, surrounding controversies and optimal strategy
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss N. Korea's pursuit of nuclear force policy and its impact in the region
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea shares insights on growing trade protectionism and global fragmentation, and their possible impact
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss President Yoon's diplomatic achievements made during his trip to New York
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea gives analysis of Korea's latest jobs data and ways to improve conditions for young jobseekers
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss Kim-Putin summit and its possible impact on regional affairs surrounding Korean peninsula
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to talk about soaring global oil prices and its impact on markets and inflation
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives us highlights of President Yoon's trip to Indonesia and India for the ASEAN and G20 Summit.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss next year's budget and surrounding key issues
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss the opening of regular parliamentary session and key contentious issues
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea gives analysis on current interest rate trend, its implications and future projections.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss the implications of BRICS welcoming six new members in push to reshuffle world order
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea gives in-depth analysis on China's property market crisis and its implications to local financial systems and beyond.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss outcome of S. Korea-US-Japan trilateral summit.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea shares insights on S. Korea's record-low tax revenue and the government's fiscal soundness.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss China's opening of group tours to Korea and remaining diplomatic hurdles between Seoul and Beijing
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to talk about the lingering economic uncertainties and outlook for the latter half of the year.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies shares insights on Trump's strong standing despite legal chaos and its implications.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea gives analysis of US Fed's latest rate hike and record high Korea-US rate gap.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies shares insights on South Korea's diplomatic challenges posed by boosted N. Korea-China-Russia ties.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss South Korea's snowballing household debt and its impact.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies shares insights on intensifying US-China chip war and concerns over global impact of aggressive US policy.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea shares insights on China's weak economic recovery, deflation risks and possible impact on South Korea.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives us a wrap up of Pres. Yoon's visit to Lithuania, Poland and Ukraine.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss Yellen's visit to China and intensifying US-China chip war.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies tells us what we need to know about protests sweeping France.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to talk about the government's financial and budgetary strategy amid a sharp drop in tax revenues.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies shares insights on Wagner rebellion and its impact on Northeast Asian affairs.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to talk about latest issues surrounding Korea's minimum wage system.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us for an assessment of President Yoon's visit to France and Vietnam.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss US Fed's rate freeze and its impact.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to talk about intensifying politicization of diplomatic issues by Korea's two rival parties.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us for an analysis of fluctuating Korean won and outlook on its value.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives us an analysis of Yoon administration's revised National Security Strategy.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss China's ban on Micron and impact of US-China chip war on S. Korea.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss S. Korea's Indo-Pacific diplomacy and significance of boosting ties with countries in the region
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss controversy surrounding 'yellow envelope bill' and its impact on Yoon administration's labor reform.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us for a check on Seoul-Beijing relations amid intensifying S. Korea-US-Japan trilateral cooperation.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss economic impact of Korea's electricity and gas rate hikes.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives us a wrap up of G7 Hiroshima summit and President Yoon's sideline summits with world leaders.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss outcome of G7 finance ministers' meeting and looming U.S. default crisis.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us for an assessment of President Yoon's first year in office and a look at remaining tasks ahead
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea walks us through key takeaways of this year's ADB general meeting.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us for an assessment on the outcome of President Yoon's summit with visiting Prime Minister Kishida.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss the cause of 'SG Securities fiasco' and its market impact.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives us a wrap up on Pres. Yoon's state visit to US focusing on major achievements.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea shares insights on China's Q1 GDP data and its impact on S. Korean economy.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives a rundown of what to expect from Pres. Yoon's state visit to the U.S.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea gives analysis on S. Korea's snowballing debt, rising fiscal deficit and possible solutions.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss mechanism of intelligence gathering and possible impact of U.S. spying on Seoul-Washington relations.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea breaks down IMF's global growth projections amid worsening geopolitical fragmentation.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies shares insights on China's recent diplomatic events and their implications.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at Catholic University of Korea shares analysis on government measures to revamp domestic economy and lingering inflation concerns.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss key takeaways from second Summit for Democracy.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at Catholic University of Korea shares insights on controversial bill mandating government purchase of surplus rice.
Law Professor Song Se-ryun at Kyunghee University joins us for a look at current laws related school violence and ways to improve them.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea shares insights on SVB fallout: Contagion risks on banks and impact on global interest rates.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us for an assessment of Yoon-Kishida summit and prospects of Seoul-Tokyo relations.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us for an analysis on government's 52-hour work week reform plan.
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss S. Korea’s new solution to Japan’s war-time forced labor and future Seoul-Tokyo relations.
Professor Yang Jun-sok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss S. Korea’s slumping exports focusing on causes, countermeasures and projections.
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies shares insights on controversial U.S. CHIPS Act subsidy conditions and impact on S. Korean chipmakers.
Professor Yang Jun-sok at the Catholic University of Korea gives analysis on impact of BOK's rate freeze and future rate projections.
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss the implications of Biden-Putin confrontation and Russia's suspension of New START Treaty.
Professor Yang Jun-sok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss government's drive to break oligopoly of Korea's major banks by inducing competition.
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss U.S.-China feud over surveillance balloon.
Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea shares insights on what's behind monstrous U.S. jobs report and its impact on Korea's interest rates.
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss impeachment resolution for interior minister Lee Sang-min.
Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us for an analysis on the impact of U.S. rate hike on Korean economy.
Song Se-ryun, Professor of Law at Kyunghee University, walks us through DP chief Lee Jae-myung's series of corruption allegations.
Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to talk about soaring public utility fees and its economic impact.
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains us what all the fuss is about surrounding Busan Expo 2030.
Professor Yang Jun-seok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to talk about economic consequences of intensifying global fragmentation.
Dr. Bong Young-shik at Yonsei University Institute for N. Korean studies shares insights on latest N. Korea news, from Supreme People's Assembly to U.S. extended deterrence.
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies shares his insights on Biden-Kishida summit and impact of Japan’s defense overhaul on regional security.
Professor Yang Jun-sok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss continuing U.S., Korea rate hikes and their impact on markets
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives us an analysis on intensifying U.S.-China chip war and S. Korea's supply chain strategy
Dr. Bong Young-shik of Yonsei University Institute for N. Korean studies discusses prospects for 2023 amid N. Korea's intensifying belligerence
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies walks us through S. Korea's major diplomacy direction for 2023
Professor Yang Jun-sok at the Catholic University of Korea gives us an analysis of 2023 budget with a focus on corporate tax cuts and S. Korea’s fiscal soundness
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies walks us through this year's top 10 global headlines
Dr. Bong Young-shik of Yonsei University Institute for N. Korean studies joins us for a recap of this year's top N. Korea news
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss Yoon administration's drive to reform labor, education and pension
Professor Yang Jun-sok at the Catholic University of Korea gives us insights on global economic impact of China's retreat from zero covid policy
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk Univ. of Foreign Studies joins us for an assessment on Pres. Yoon's pro-nuclear power policy marking IAEA chief Grossi's visit to Seoul
Dr. Bong Young-shik of Yonsei University Institute for N. Korean studies offers clues to questions surrounding 4th-generation hereditary succession in N. Korea
Professor Kim Byung-joo at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives us an expert analysis on nationwide truckers strike with focus on minimum freight rate system
Professor Yang Jun-sok at the Catholic University of Korea joins us for 2023 prospects for S. Koren exports and an assessment of Yoon administration's drive to boost exports
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies dissects concerns over S. Korea's domestic politics and the need for more young politicians
Dr. Bong Young-shik of Yonsei University Institute for N. Korean studies gives us an analysis on N. Korea's latest ICBM launch and first public appearance of Kim's daughter
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives an analysis on the outcome of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Seoul
Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea gives us a forecast on domestic and global growth outlook for 2023
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us for an assessment on Pres. Yoon's trip to Southeast Asia and his summits with leaders of U.S., Japan.
Dr. Bong Young-shik at Yonsei University Institute for N. Korean studies gives us an analysis on upgraded South Korea-U.S. deterrence against evolving North Korean threats
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss S. Korea's proposals to U.S. treasury over Inflation Reduction Act concerns
Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to talk about the impact of Legoland default debacle on local financial markets
Dr. Bong Young-shik of Yonsei University Institute for N. Korean studies joins us for an expert's take on hot topics surrounding latest N. Korea provocations
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gives us an insight into the key takeaways and implications of China's 20th party congress
Professor Yang Jun-sok of the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss the impact of steep rate hikes on housing prices and corporate investment
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us for an assessment of Seoul-Hanoi relations marking 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties
Dr. Bong Young-shik of Yonsei University Institute for N. Korean studies gives us an analysis on N. Korea's growing nuclear threat and its true motives
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us for an analysis on seemingly thawing Seoul-Tokyo relations and ways to resolve remaining issues
Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to gauge the possibility of the BOK's another 'big step' to tame inflation
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk Univ. of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss the impact of prolonged war in Ukraine on S. Korea
Dr. Bong Young-shik of Yonsei University Institute for N. Korean studies joins us to talk about N. Korea's missile provocation and worsening inter-Korean relations
Professor Kim Byung-joo of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us for an assessment on President Yoon Suk-yeol’s achievements during his trip to U.S., UK and Canada
Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to talk about the continued weakening of the Korean won and rising global interest rates
Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss the significance of Li Zhanshu's visit to Korea
Dr. Bong Young-shik from Yonsei University joins us to dissect North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's latest comments declaring the regime to be an official nuclear state in a move he claims is "irreversible".
Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains ways for South Korea to chart a path between the U.S. and China.
Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the Korean currency's freefall in the year so far and the country's growing trade deficit.
Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies summarizes important notes from the recent trilateral meeting between the national security advisers from S. Korea, the U.S., and Japan.
Dr. Bong Young-shik from Yonsei University explains President Yoon's audacious road map to achieve North Korea’s denuclearization aimed at normalizing inter-Korean relations and the North's response.
Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies summarizes 30 years of South Korea-China relations.
Professor Yang Jun-sok talks about the plummeting won-dollar exchange rate, new US subsidies on American-made electric vehicles, and runaway inflation in the UK.
Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies walks through the first 100 days of President Yoon Suk-yeol's presidency.
Dr. Bong Young-shik from Yonsei University explains North Korea's announcement of a disputed victory over the virus and and President Yoon's recent aid offer.
Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies goes over foreign ministers of South Korea and China's meeting in Qingdao and its outcomes.
Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea talks about the current health of the US, which shrank for the second-straight quarter in Q2
Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies talks about the latest stand-off between China and Taiwan over U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's recent visit to the latter
Dr. Bong Young-shik from Yonsei University talks about North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's latest threat directed at the Yoon Suk-yeol government
Professor Kim Byung-joo from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies talks about China's 'Three-No' policy regarding U.S. THAAD anti-missile batteries stationed in South Korea
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains Yoon administration's comprehensive overhaul of S. Korea’s tax system
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's visit to South Korea and its implications.
Dr. Bong Young-shik, research fellow at Yonsei University Institute for North Korean Studies explains what joint air exercise between South Korea and the U.S. means for North Korea and its possible response to the drills.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains the details of Biden's visit to Saudi Arabia and its implications.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea goes over Fed’s commitment to cutting down inflation and Yoon administration’s austerity measures
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies goes over the former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's assassination and its influence on South Korea
Dr. Bong Young-shik, research fellow at Yonsei University Institute for North Korean Studies goes over N. Korea's response to S. Korea and Japan's attendance of the NATO Summit along with a trilateral meeting with the U.S.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies goes over the major agendas discussed at the NATO summit
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains the reason behind the recent won-dollar exchange rate hike and inflation situation in the nation
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains the significance of president Yoon's multilateral diplomacy debut at NATO summit
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies goes over the possibility of North Korea's additional nuclear test and the future of inter-Korean relations
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains recent trends in inflation, interest rates and growth projections, and whether the world will experience stagflation in 1 or 2 years.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies examines the state of Ukraine, its invaders and the global economy after 100 days of the Ukraine war.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains what stagflation is and how labor market flexibility ties into the solutions.
An analysis of current issues
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains the highlights and details of the U.S.-South Korea summit
An analysis of current issues
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea goes over three urgent economic topics: the supplementary budget, April employment report for Korea and the U.S. April consumer price index inflation rate.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains the upcoming Yoon Suk-yeol and Joe Biden's summit on May 21, and its implications on Seoul-Washington relations
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains what growth rate is and its implications as to understand how each country is doing
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains the President-Yoon's policies toward Japan to repair the two countries' relations.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains Bank of Korea's recent rate hike, and its implications and subsequent consequences.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains the future of the South Korea-U.S. bilateral alliances with the new incoming president Yoon Seok-yeol
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains the IMF's Staff Report, or so-called Korea Report, which contains analysis on Korea's current economic condition and policy recommendations.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains North Korea's latest missile launch, and its implications to the South as well as the world.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains the economic sanctions on Russia, how it may cause a default or a currency crisis, and what this all implies for South Korea.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea examines challenges and problems the President-elect Yoon Seok-yeol will face once he takes office in May, or even before the official hand-off of power.
An analysis of current issues
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains the consequences of the unprecedented financial sanctions against Russia by Western powers. Also he discusses the reasons why the Chinese government aims to continuously push for a wide use of its digital currency.
An analysis of current issues
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains the background for Russia's invasion of Ukraine and its impact on South Korea.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea explains what an international key currency is and the implications if the Korean won is included as one of the currencies in IMF's SDR currency basket.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies explains President Moon Jae-in’s last push to sit down with North Korea for a dialogue along with the recent trilateral foreign ministers' meeting.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the implications of recent economic topics related to a sharp drop in the stock market, South Korea joining RCEP, and the continuing streak of high exports.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies examines the pledges on politics, economics, and social policies given by four presidential candidates for the 2022 South Korean presidential election.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the controversies over the government's supplementary budget; Korea's largest IPO by LG Energy Solutions and its impact on the country's stock market.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies examine's North Korea's recent firing of hypersonic missiles and its geopolitical implication.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the details and effectiveness of the government's blueprint to front-load fiscal spending in the first half of the year.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies discusses the development of relations between Russia and China and its implications and possible outcomes for South Korea.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the global economy forecast amid turbulent times due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and South Korea's own projections in 2022.
An analysis of current issues
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies discusses Washington's Indo-Pacific strategy and its implications for South Korea, following U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's speech "Free and Open Indo-Pacific."
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the implications for S. Korea’s economy as the population is expected to fall to 37 million in 2070.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies discusses diplomatic relations between South Korea and its regional neighbors on the back of heightened tensions between China and Taiwan.
Professor Yang Joon-seok from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the recent interest rate hike by the Bank of Korea and its effect on the housing market.
Professor Byung-Joo Kim at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies discusses the recent meeting in Washington between South Korea, Japan and the U.S. and the meaning of the declaration of end to the Korean War.
Professor Yang reviews stagflation from the month of October and its implications on wages, employment, and policymakers. He provides perspective on the recent American government's request on foreign semiconductor companies to hand over supply chain information to the US Department of commerce.
Professor Kim walks through an overview of last week's G20 Summit in Rome. Detail explanations are included about the origin of the summit, the key milestones achieved this year, and the key points of Korea's revised plan to the UN climate conference.
How has South Korea's economy fared during Q3 amid the prolonged pandemic?
What is the projectionwith the new "With Corona" scheme?
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Today, we'll take a look at the recent AUKUS deal signed by Australia, which gives the country a huge defense upgrade in the Asia-Pacific and caused a diplomatic ruckus between the U.S. and France. Tune in!
Today, we'll get an update on South Korea's inflation and unemployment situation, and whether the economy has recovered enough for the Bank of Korea to start raising interest rates. Don't miss out!
Today we'll examine Beijing's crackdown of private enterprises to ensure that they serve the social and economic agenda of the CCP. We'll also take a look at whether this 'common prosperity' campaign may negatively affect China's status as the world's second-largest economy. Don't miss out!
Today we'll discuss the passing of an 'anti-Google law' in South Korea that prohibits large tech companies such as Apple and Google from requiring developers from using only their payment systems. We'll examine how this law came into place and also its possible effects. Tune in!
We'll take a look at the American withdrawal from Afghanistan and how other countries are evacuating their citizens from the war-torn country. We'll also examine the lessons that S. Korea can take from the end of the war.
We'll take a look at how one insurance company in South Korea is using a 'digital woman' to promote their services and the reaction of the general public. We'll also examine the ethics of using 'digital people' and what the future could look like. Tune in!
We'll take a look at the UN's latest report regarding the future of our climate and why we've reached a point where 'major climate changes are inevitable and irreversible.' We'll also examine what the world can do to limit the damage from here.
We'll take a look at the most effective roadmap to help countries realize the goal of net-zero emissions. To understand the topic better, we'll also break down the carbon border tax proposed by the European Union and how it will affect South Korea.
As the Tokyo Olympics continue, we'll take a look at how Japan is betting on hydrogen energy to meet its carbon neutral goals and the obstacles the country must overcome to make this a reality. Tune in!
We'll examine why China's largest chip design company is facing major financial issues and how it impacts the developing nation's quest to become self-reliant in the semi-conductor industry. Tune in!
We'll examine the implications of the UN Conference on Trade and Development recognizing South Korea as a 'developed country.' We'll also take a look at the role of UNCTAD in the global community. Tune in!
We'll examine the 'billionaire's summer camp,' an annual retreat in Idaho where the biggest names in film, sports and technology gather to make deals and rub heads. We'll also take a look at who was invited this year. Don't miss out!
We'll examine the upcoming Tokyo Olympics and public sentiment in Japan regarding whether or not the games should be held. We'll also take a look at the implementation of the 52-hour workweek in South Korea. Don't miss out!
We'll examine the current state of peace talks on the Korean Peninsula and what President Moon can accomplish before the end of his term. We'll also take a look at how the impending presidential election in South Korea will affect peace talks with North Korea.
We’ll examine the current state of affairs in North Korea as well as the health of Kim Jong-un. We’ll also take a look at the challenges facing the regime in the second half of the year. Don’t miss out!
We'll examine Naftali Bennett being sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Israel and how a coalition was formed to oust his longtime predecessor Benjamin Netanyahu. We'll also discuss how this affects Israel's relationship with Palestine.
We'll discuss the growth of the telemedicine industry during the corona virus pandemic. We'll also take a look at the state of the market in South Korea and what needs to change. Don't miss out!
We'll discuss the growth of paid subscription services during the pandemic. We'll also take a look at the problems associated with automatic renewal payments and whether this business model is sustainable.
We'll wrap up President Moon Jae-in's recent trip to the United States and his summit with President Biden. We'll also take a look at the various agreements made between Seoul and Washington., and the possibility of a meeting between Biden and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
We'll discuss the recent cryptocurrency craze, which Tesla CEO and billionaire Elon Musk has taken an interest in. We'll also take a look at whether Musk has too much influence in a market full of uncertainty.
We'll discuss the issue of coronavirus vaccine patents and how intellectual property rules work in the pharmaceutical industry. We'll also take a look at alternatives to increasing the number of available vaccines around the world.
We'll discuss the passing of late Samsung chairman Lee Kun-hee and the massive tax his family must pay to inherit his assets. We'll also take a look at Lee's massive art collection, which is being donated to the public.
We'll discuss the recent Earth Day climate summit hosted by the United States. We'll also examine what developed countries including South Korea must do to make a real impact on climate change. Don't miss out!
We'll discuss the Japanese government's decision to dump wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean and what it means for the environment. We'll also take a look at Tokyo's alternative options. Don't miss out!
We discuss the importance of memory chips and South Korea's role in the growing industry. We'll also take a look at China's emergence and how the pandemic has led to a global shortage. Be sure to tune in!
We discuss the importance of the Suez Canal to the global economy and its history. We'll also take a look at the recent incident with the Ever Green container ship and the impending fallout from the blockage.
We discuss the human rights situation in North Korea and how international bodies such as the United Nations have historically dealt with the issue. We'll also take a look at how the new Biden administration will address human rights in the North and much more.
We discuss the future of automobiles and more specifically, the future of the internal combustion engine. We'll also take a look at the Korean government's ambitious plan to become carbon neutral by 2050.
Jacco Zwetsloot joins the show to break down the ongoing protests in Myanmar and how some people see a parallel between the current situation and the 1980 Gwangju Democratization Movement.