GMS Focus

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?

Today we'll take a look at the legacy of the recently deceased Colin Powell. We'll examine his tenure as the first African-American Secretary of State, his role in the controversial 2003 invasion of Iraq, and his ties to the Korean Peninsula. Don't miss out!

Today we'll take a look at the global supply bottleneck, which has been blamed for high inflation, lack of crucial goods, the slow economic recovery, and the possibility of a Christmas with empty store shelves. Tune in!

Today we'll take a look at the election of Fumio Kishida as the new Prime Minister of Japan and why he was ultimately chosen to succeed Yoshihide Suga. We'll also take a look at how Kishida's victory will affect relations between Seoul and Tokyo. Don't miss out!

Today we'll take a look at the different types of debt in South Korea and why the rate it's rising at is concerning for the long-term health of the economy. We'll also examine what steps the government can take to solve this problem. Tune in for more!

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.