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Korea’s e-Gov’t Initiatives Get Global Limelight

One of the key tasks of the Ministry of Public Administration and Security (MOPAS) is digitalizing administrative work procedures and citizen services through IT applications.

Korea IR | 2009-03-09 19:48

Administrative Reform Gathering Momentum

When President Lee Myung-bak assumed office 13 months ago, one of his most pressing tasks was to restructure government ministries.

Korea IR | 2009-03-09 19:43

Tourism to Power Korea’s Economy

The tourism industry has been a leading growth engine in this era of globalization, and is projected to account for 11 percent of the world's GDP by 2010. While Korea has entered into a period of stagnation akin to the global economy, the tourism industry will play a crucial role in revitalizing the national economy on account of its potential for job creation and promotion o...

Korea IR | 2009-03-03 22:24

Korean Food, Infinite Possibilities

People often ask me why ``hansik,'' or Korean food, is so important. I reply, ``Because it is the face of our country.''

Korea IR | 2009-03-02 23:46

Coordination and Realism on North Korea

As has been its habit over the years, the international community waits anxiously to see what North Korea will do next.

Korea IR | 2009-03-01 21:08

Diplomacy at Forefront to Realize Global Korea

Since the launch of the new administration a year ago, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has been undertaking a ``creative and pragmatic'' approach in our diplomatic efforts to realize our vision of becoming a truly ``Global Korea.''

Korea IR | 2009-03-01 20:37

More Aggressive Economic Policy Needed

The unprecedented global financial crisis has forced the Korean economy into deep trouble. It is known that there are several risk factors in the economy.

Korea IR | 2009-02-27 00:36

Speedy Stimulus Steps to Mitigate Recession

The world economy is facing unprecedented difficulties as the financial turmoil, which originated in the United States, has spilled over into developing economies, affecting the real economy sector as well as the financial markets.

Korea IR | 2009-02-26 19:32

Gradual Normalization Is Only Realistic Option

President Lee Myung-bak has been unlucky so far: elected amidst much expectation, he was bound to cause eventual disappointments even had things gone extremely well. Unfortunately, things did not go well, especially at the economic front ― but North Korea also makes a lot of trouble.

Korea IR | 2009-02-25 20:30

Seoul Seeks Inter-Korean Benefits, Prosperity

Korea is the only divided country in the world. Leaving the days of the Cold War in the ashes of history, the world is trying to usher in an era of reconciliation and cooperation, overcoming the differences in ideology and political systems. And yet, the Korean peninsula is still under the shadow of confrontation and division.

Korea IR | 2009-02-25 20:16

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