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Amid Rising Panic Over Deaths, South Korean Government Urges People to Get Flu Shots

Amid Rising Panic Over Deaths, South Korean Government Urges People to Get Flu Shots

By Mitch Shin
As more than 59 deaths were reported soon after a shot, the South Korean government is asking people to trust its health officials that the vaccine is safe.
South Korea’s Electronics Giant Lee Kun-hee, Chair of Samsung, Dies at 78

South Korea’s Electronics Giant Lee Kun-hee, Chair of Samsung, Dies at 78

By Mitch Shin
Two different – and contrasting – reviews of the electronics icon’s leadership have emerged since the announcement of Lee’s passing.

Moon’s Plan for Inter-Korean Relations Is Actually 40 Years Old

Moon’s Plan for Inter-Korean Relations Is Actually 40 Years Old

By Dylan Stent
No South Korean president in the last 38 years has trodden outside the elite blueprint for interacting with North Korea.

Typhoons and Human Insecurity in North Korea

Typhoons and Human Insecurity in North Korea

By Jay Song and Benjamin Habib
Natural disaster - including the flurry of typhoons that hit in summer 2020 - exacerbate existing issues, from food security to infrastructure deficits.

What’s Next for Moon’s North Korea Policy?

What’s Next for Moon’s North Korea Policy?

By Hae Won Jeong
The Moon Jae-in administration continues to call for an end-of-war declaration. Is that realistic?
South Korea Looks to Cap Public Debt, But Is It Actually a Problem?

South Korea Looks to Cap Public Debt, But Is It Actually a Problem?

By Kyle Ferrier
South Korean President Moon Jae-in has heavily leaned on government spending to drive growth. But overall debt remains relatively low.

North Korea’s No-Mask Military Parade Angers South Korea

North Korea’s No-Mask Military Parade Angers South Korea

By Tae-jun Kang
Apparently North Korea’s commitment to fighting COVID-19 – which saw a South Korean official killed in early October – has its limits.
North Korea Strengthens Propaganda Efforts Ahead of Key Party Anniversary

North Korea Strengthens Propaganda Efforts Ahead of Key Party Anniversary

By Tae-jun Kang
There hasn't been much to celebrate in North Korea this year. But with a key anniversary looming, the propaganda machine is trying to set a more festive mood.

What Do South Koreans Think of Their Government’s COVID-19 Response?

What Do South Koreans Think of Their Government’s COVID-19 Response?

By Timothy S. Rich, Madelynn Einhorn, Andi Dahmer, and Isabel Eliassen
Early on, South Korea was touted as a model of COVID-19 containment. Does the public still approve of the government’s approach?

South Korea Baffled by Stop-and-Search, Police Bus Walls During Protests

South Korea Baffled by Stop-and-Search, Police Bus Walls During Protests

By Tae-jun Kang
Moves to disrupt anti-government protests were justified as a COVID-19 response measure, but many suspect a darker motivation.

What Influences South Korean Perceptions on Immigration?

What Influences South Korean Perceptions on Immigration?

By Timothy S. Rich, Carolyn Brueggemann, Kaitlyn Bison and Michael King
The assumption remains that the public prefers ethnic Korean immigration, but is that true?
What Should Be on the Agenda for US-Korea Relations?

What Should Be on the Agenda for US-Korea Relations?

By Troy Stangarone
Americans, in general, have a favorable opinion of South Korea. There’s ample appetite for expanding cooperation along several avenues.

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