[Asia and the World] Economic Reform and Growth in Korea: Where to Find the Sequence?

On September 25th, 2017, Yukikio Fukugawa, a professor at the School of Political Science and Economics, Waseda University, gave a special lecture on “Economic Reform and Growth in Korea: Where to Find the Sequence?” In the lecture, she explained that although Korea did follow Japan’s long stagnation after the bubble economy by converging her income with major economies already and passing the high growth period, Korea still has enough room for reform especially in labor market as well as financial market to improve the efficiency and the productivity. Also, analyzing President Moon’s economic policies and drawing some implications from the painful experiences of the Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ)’s previous approach, she argued that Korea need to make a political consensus for the reform as well as further market opening in order to enhance market-led growth.

2017-09-26

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European Identity & Politics on the Verge of the Refugee Crisis

 Alexander Goerlach, Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs, Senior Advisor to the Berggruen Institute, Affiliate to the Government Dept. of Harvard Univ, visited GSIS for special guest lecture on the topic of “European Identity and Politics on the Verge of the Refugee Crisis.” Touching upon a vast scope of European history dating back to the 17th century to contemporary Europe, Goerlach talked about the origin and transformation of the Western European identity, and how the relevant debates are becoming especially reignited upon the ongoing refugee crisis in Europe. While the ‘European project’ has been profoundly successful in inventing a new common ground of values and shared identity for the European states to experience an unprecedented level of integration and peace, Goerlach discussed how nation-based identities are becoming reinvigorated and clashing with the European identity especially in the post-9/11 era. Using the term Christian Occident, Goerlach found how the dominant Christianity and/or Catholicism rooted in the political foundations of Western European countries are leading many of these states to question the compatibility of Islam with democracy, in which lies the current problems of Europe’s identity and refugee crisis, as well as many right-wing parties’ ‘scapegoating’ of Islam in Europe.

2017-09-25

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The 3rd Research Seminar Held by Yulchon-GSIS Center

On September 22nd of 2017, the Yulchon-GSIS Center for Emerging Economies had held its third research seminar at the GSIS. Total 28 lawyers, students, and professors attended the seminar. Constituting of six country reports—on Cambodia, Ecuador, Indonesia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Vietnam — each team had conducted a profound research on political, social, economic, cultural aspects of assigned emerging economy. Following each presentation, the lawyers of the Yulchon llc. provided a feedback for further research on each topic. Having successfully concluded the third seminar, the Yulchon-GSIS Center for Emerging Economies is looking forward to another successful year of fruitful researches.

2017-09-25

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북핵. 미사일 능력의 고도화와 동아시아 안보 지형의 변화

On September 21st 2017, Issues and perspectives seminar, sponsored by Toyota Motor Korea, was held in GSIS. Professor Dukmin Yun, a former chancellor of Korea National Diplomatic Academy(KNDA), gave a presentation about “The enhancement of DPRK’s nuclear missile capabilities and the change in East Asia’s security environment”, one of the issues which is receiving great international attention these days. Professor Yun suggested three steps of actions to counteract DPRK’s nuclear capabilities and current crisis – Deterrence, Transformation and Denuclearization.

2017-09-22

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The 9th global gathering for Euro-Asia Summer School

The Euro-Asia Summer School celebrated its 9th global gathering in Seoul/Sejong (Seoul National University / KDI School of Public Policy and Management) and Leuven, Belgium (KU Leuven) from August 21st to September 1st. The Euro-Asia Summer School is an annually-held summer program co-organized by the EU Center at Seoul National University GSIS, and is a key opportunity for young talents to meet and interact to facilitate inter-cultural dialogues on global governance. This year, about 30 students were selected from the three universities, and these young talents were able to meet and interact and therefore to facilitate inter-cultural dialogues on global governance under this year’s topic ‘Political and Economic Cooperation between EU and Asia.’ Through lectures, discussions, and high-level conferences, they were given the opportunity to explore global governance – how state, regional, and international relations, along with foreign and trade policies of the EU and Asia and their global partners can overcome internal challenges and foster a worldwide cooperation. A range of global challenges were discussed, such as integration processes, multilateral cooperation, and perceptions of the EU and Asia in the global scene.

2017-09-19

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The 34th International Development Policy Seminar

The 34th International Development Policy Seminar was held last Thursday, September 14th at the GL Room of GSIS. The lecture entitled, “Public Management for International Development” was presented by Dr. Changyong Choi, the current chair of the MPP Program at KDI School of Public Policy and Management. The lecture was attended by the 10th batch of DCPP students, Professor Hyeok Jeong, and 11 graduate students from different departments. The Q&A session after the seminar was filled with hot debate, with students throwing out questions to each other and conducting intense debate on the future of international development. 

2017-09-19

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The 38th Commencement of GSIS, SNU

The 38th Commencement of the Graduate School of International Studies, Seoul National University was held on August 29th, 2017 at the Socheon Convention Hall. The graduates included sixty seven (67) Masters in International Studies and two Ph.D. students in International Studies. Professor Cheol Hee Park, dean of GSIS, SNU, extended his congratulations to the graduates on successfully completing their degrees. Professor Young-kwan Yoon, the former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, gave a congratulatory speech, urging the graduates to stay informed and active in their respective fields. The valedictorian speech was given by Benedikt Büchel, who graduated as the valedictorian of International Area Studies.

2017-09-08

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Toyota Signed Renewal Contract with GSIS

Graduate School of International Studies, SNU renewed the program with Toyota Motor Korea on September 6, 2017. The renewal contract was signed by dean Park Cheol-hee and Akihisa Yoshida, president of Toyota Motor Korea. Under the agreement, Toyota Motor Korea will donate two hundred and ten million Korean Won to GSIS over a period of three years as part of its social contribution program. The donation will be used for the "Asia and the World" public lecture series, policy-oriented seminars and other academic programs to help students enhance their understanding of East Asia.  

2017-09-08

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The 35th GLP Graduation Ceremony held on August 24th

The 35th Seoul National University Global Leadership Program (hereafter "GLP") concluded with a graduation ceremony on August 24th, 2017. The 35th GLP cohort was composed of 55 students from diverse professional backgrounds. Registered students included corporate managers of major electronics producers, board members of public companies such as Korea Electric Power Corporation, Korea International Trade Association, and professionals from various other fields. The 35th GLP members attended a total of 24 lectures, the first of which was Professor Taeho Park's lecture on "Korean Trade and FTA Policies". The lectures, given over a period of six months, were composed of practical academic courses, international area studies courses, and cultural understanding courses which provided a multidimensional perspective on the Korean business environment.  The program also held several domestic and international workshops and other special events which provided opportunities for networking and building better relations. If you are interested in GLP please visit the GLP homepage for more information: www.glpceo.org 

2017-09-08

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GSIS signs MOU with Jeju Free International City Development Center (JDC)

Graduate School of International Studies,  SNU has signed a MOU with JDC (Jeju Free International City Development Center) on July 18, 2017.  The MOU was signed to reinforce business cooperation capabilities and to expand networks for possible investment.  Under the agreement, GSIS, SNU will share its internal and external network with JDC and lend its international professional experience to help with the building of Jeju Free International City.  Through the MOU, GSIS plans to cooperate with the JDC to facilitate professional training for international business promotion as well as carry out policy consultation and research on internationalization.  According to a spokesperson for SNU, "An operating committee will be organized separately in order to develop Jeju Island as a premier island of peace and prosperity". Additionally, various business cooperative initiatives will be take place both annually and regularly.

2017-07-21

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