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GMS Focus

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GMS FOCUS is a weekly segment on ARIRANG RADIO's morning news magazine show GOOD MORNING SEOUL that addresses complicated current event stories in and outside of Korea. Join our host Lina Kwon and guest Morten Larsen as they dive into questions surrounding cultural heritage, ideologies, trade wars, the global fight for a greener future, etc. We'll provide the context so you can get a better understanding of the wider scope of the story. Don't miss out!

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Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

Pax Silica Summit 22.12.2025

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the US-led Pax Silica Summit and its implications for global semiconductor supply chains and geopolitics.

Thailand-Cambodia Conflict 15.12.2025

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the surface-level causes and historical roots of the Thailand-Cambodia dispute.

US threats against Venezuela 08.12.2025

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the fundamental causes of U.S. threats against Venezuela and trends in U.S. public opinion.

China-Japan tensions 01.12.2025

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about persistent China-Japan tensions, Trump's Intervention, and South Korea's position in the matter.

China-Japan Conflict 24.11.2025

Kim So-young, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of International Studies, Nagoya University of Commerce & Business, will talk about the background of the deterioration in China–Japan relations, the responses by both countries, and the impact on neighboring nations.

US-Korea Trade Agreements 17.11.2025

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the political and economic interpretation of key points in the Korea-U.S. trade agreement

New York’s First Muslim Mayor, Mamdani 10.11.2025

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about New York’s First Muslim Mayor, Mamdani.

APEC 2025 Comprehensive Assessment 03.11.2025

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about APEC 2025 KOREA's key agendas, national responses, and challenges for regional international relations.

Japan's New PM Takaichi 27.10.2025

Professor Kim Soyoung at the Nagoya University of Commerce and Business will talk about the political background of Japan's new prime minister Sanae Takaichi and changes in Japan-South Korea and Japan-U.S. Relations.

Gaza ceasefire 20.10.2025

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the fragile Gaza ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the ongoing hostage-prisoner exchanges, claims about Trump’s role, and what risks could still derail the peace

The Rise of Right-Wing Radicalism 13.10.2025

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

Korea's Diplomatic Position 29.09.2025

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.

Macron's Austerity Policies 22.09.2025

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.

President Lee's 100 Days in Foreign Affairs 15.09.2025

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

NK-China-Russia Alliance 08.09.2025

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.

New Cold War 01.09.2025

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.

Korea Japan Summit 25.08.2025

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.

Trump-Putin Summit 19.08.2025

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.

Post-BREXIT UK and EU 11.08.2025

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.

Tariff Agreement Analysis 04.08.2025

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.

US Tariffs in Other Nations 28.07.2025

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.

Special Diplomatic Envoy 21.07.2025

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.

Latest in Trade Talks 14.07.2025

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.

S. Korea's NATO Partnership 07.07.2025

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.

Middle East's Ceasefire and Durability 30.06.2025

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.

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