GMS Focus

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.