GMS Focus

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...

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.