ZOOM-IN

Myungkyu Shim, Associate Professor at Yonsei University's Department of Economics talks about the IMF’s release of its World Economic Outlook (WEO) report and the upward revision to South Korea’s growth forecast for this year.

Dr. Yu Ji-hoon, Director of Int’l Cooperation/ Research Fellow at Korea Institute for Defense Analyses talks about the transfer of wartime operational control from the U.S. to South Korea and the new challenges facing the U.S.-South Korea alliance as it balances sovereignty and security.

Park, Si-soo CEO of SpaceRadar talks about Nuri Rocket's 5th Launch which successfully placed 14 satellites into orbit.

Robert Klitzman, Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University talks about how to protect and maintain brain health as we age, including the roles of exercise, social connection, mental stimulation, stress, and technology.

Sportscaster Jason Lee talks about Team Korea’s performance at the 2026 Asian Games, standout athletes and events, what to watch in the final days, and which Korean stars could be ones to watch ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Kim So-yeon, Lecturer, Dept. of Central Asian Studies, Hankuk University of Foreign Studiestalks about the inaugural Korea–Central Asia Summit, its significance for Korea’s long-term engagement with the region, and how cooperation in critical minerals, energy, infrastructure, AI and technology can develop into concrete, mutually beneficial partnerships with each of the five Central Asian countries...

Krishna Shrestha, Professor of Global Development at the University of New South Wales talks about the devastating floods in Nepal, what they reveal about the growing climate risks facing the Himalayas, and the wider implications for climate justice, food security and vulnerable communities.

Artist Elena Gual talks about her unique painting style, focus on women, beauty and strength, and her new work inspired by her time in Korea.

Dr. Yu Ji-hoon, Director of Int’l Cooperation/ Research Fellow at Korea Institute for Defense Analyses talks about the repercussions of scaling back the U.S.-South Korea joint military exercises, as well as the dilemma surrounding dialogue with North Korea and the U.S.-South Korea alliance.

Seo Hyun-sook, Assistant Secretary-General at the Korean National Commission for UNESCO.talks about the significance of the '150th Anniversary of Kim Gu's Birth' in relation to UNESCO and the 'Cultural Powerhouse' Kim Gu dreamed of.

Kim Hyun-wook, President of Sejong Institute talks about whether Ambassador Michelle Steel can become a new bridge in U.S.–South Korea relations, and the role and challenges she faces

Tim Badman, Head of the World Heritage Programme at the International Union for Conservation of Nature talks about the importance of Korea's newly recognized UNESCO World Heritage tidal flats and the challenges of protecting them

Amin Saikal, Emeritus Professor of Middle Eastern Studies, Australian National University talks about the growing tensions between the United States and Iran, focusing on the Strait of Hormuz, military escalation, and prospects for diplomacy.

Park Si-soo, Seoul Bureau Chief of Space Newstalks about South Korea's growing space ambitions, from its first agriculture satellite to Moon missions, satellite networks, and future launch plans.

Kim Ji-hon, Chief of Policy at Korean National Commission for UNESCOtalks about the significance of Busan hosting the UNESCO World Heritage Committee and the key issues shaping this year's session

Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the lessons from the U.S.-Iran War- modern warfare, geopolitics, and energy.

Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho (Yonhap) talks about the South Korean national soccer team’s failure to qualify for the World Cup round of 32 and proposed measures to revitalize the team.

Kim Sae-me, Research Fellow at Asan Institute for Policy Studies talks about 140 years of Korea-France relations: from the first Encounter in Naju to becoming strategic partners.

Pierre Morcos, Cultural Counselor at the French Embassy in Korea talks about the 140-year cultural relationship between South Korea and France, its key achievements, and future opportunities for cooperation.

Dr. Yu Ji-hoon, Director of Int’l Cooperation/ Research Fellow at Korea Institute for Defense Analyses talks about South Korea-France security cooperation-ridging Europe and the Indo-Pacific.

David-Pierre Jalicon, Chairman of the French-Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry talks about the growing economic partnership between South Korea and France, focusing on trade, investment, innovation, and future opportunities.

Dr. Yu Ji-hoon, Director of Int’l Cooperation/ Research Fellow at Korea Institute for Defense Analyses talks about the investigation results into the attack on HMM Namu in the Strait of Hormuz and South Korea’s choices amid the Middle East crisis.

Kim So-young, Asst. Professor of Int'l Studies, Nagoya University of Commerce & Businesstalks about the South Korea-Japan summit in Andong and moving beyond “shuttle diplomacy” toward an institutional alliance.

Pansori Singer Mafo Laure talks about how she became the first foreign singer to complete a full rendition of the traditional Korean pansori work “Hongboga,” and what her journey reveals about passion, cultural connection, and the universal power of music.