GMS Focus

Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the impact of President 윤석열’s brief martial law imposition on South Korea, examining the National Assembly's vote to impeach him and its potential effects on the Korean economy and next year's fiscal budget.

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the massive crowds in 여의도 cheering as South Korea's National Assembly voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, despite the looming political vacuum the country may face for months.

Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the continued foreign investors' selling spree in Korea’s stock market following the martial law debacle, and the potential long-term impacts on the country's global credibility and economy.

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about South Korea's president declaring and then lifting martial law in a six-hour window, exploring the historical context of this unprecedented move and its implications for the country’s democratic progress.

Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the Bank of Korea's unexpected rate cut to 3% and what it signals about the current state and future outlook of the Korean economy.

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the global plastic pollution crisis and whether the INC-5 meeting in Busan made progress toward a legally binding treaty to address this escalating environmental challenge.

Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the state of the Chinese economy and its readiness for a potential trade war with the US, as Donald Trump's return and America-first policies reignite tensions.

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon's diplomatic trip to Latin America, its role in advancing South Korea's vision as a "global pivotal state," and the outcomes of the APEC and G20 summits.

Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the key economic achievements of the Yoon administration at its midpoint, including record exports and cooling inflation, while also addressing the challenges and strategies needed moving forward.

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominations, largely filled with loyalists, and the immediate political challenges they present despite satisfying his supporters' desire to disrupt Washington.

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.