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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

Blooming Russian economy amidst the war 17.03.2025

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.

Homeplus' financial crisis 11.03.2025

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

US tariffs and potential economic recession 10.03.2025

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

Peace deal for Ukraine excluding Ukraine 04.03.2025

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

lowered interest rate and economic trendsㅣGMS Focus 03.03.2025

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

Skyrocketing gold prices 25.02.2025

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

The German election and the European right 24.02.2025

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

Trump's tariffs and its effects on Korea 18.02.2025

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

A peace treaty discussion about the Ukranian war without Ukraine 17.02.2025

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.

Negotiation for a deal on Korea’s Special Chips Act 11.02.2025

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.

Trump’s proposal to force 2 million Palestinians out of Gaza 10.02.2025

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

The US Federal Reserve’s pause in rate cuts 04.02.2025

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.

2025 World Economic Forum's take aways 03.02.2025

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

Trump's policies and potential impacts on Korea 28.01.2025

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

Javier Milei's presidency and sensationalism 27.01.2025

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

Key rate freeze and the impact on livelihood 21.01.2025

Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will talk about the key rate freeze and its impact on the livelihood.

Trump's foreign policies and US-Korea relations 20.01.2025

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

Support for small business and people in domestic economic struggle 14.01.2025

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.

Greenland-Panama Canal 13.01.2025

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

Korea Faces Economic Uncertainty in 2025 07.01.2025

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.

One Month Since Martial Law Declared 06.01.2025

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.

Korea's Top 4 Economic Headlines 31.12.2024

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.

2024 South Korea's Global Relations 30.12.2024

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.

US Cuts Rates and its Impact on Korean Economy 24.12.2024

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.

Key Political Shifts in Korea's Future 23.12.2024

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.

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