KEI Live

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KEI Live is the official podcast feed for the Korea Economic Institute of America’s live panels and events. Hear panels and discussions covering Korean policy, economics, culture, and more, directly from our public events. [KEI is registered under FARA on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

  1. 4d ago

    The Lee Jae Myung Administration’s Regional Diplomacy with China and Japan

    South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung administration has embraced what it calls “national interest–driven pragmatic diplomacy.” While this approach embraces a strong U.S.–Korea alliance, it also raises key questions about Seoul’s evolving relationships with its regional neighbors, China and Japan. Will the Lee government return to “strategic ambiguity” as a way to mend ties with the Xi Jinping government? What is the administration’s China policy, and how is it viewed from Beijing? Meanwhile, South Korea–Japan relations have continued to improve, but the election of Sanae Takaichi raises some doubts about whether this momentum will be sustained. Ms. Shihoko Goto, Vice President of Programs and Director of the Asia Program, Foreign Policy Research Institute, and Dr. Sungmin Cho, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, Sungkyunkwan University, will tackle these and other questions on an exclusive panel moderated by Dr. Ellen Kim, KEI’s Director of Academic Affairs. [This material is distributed by KEI on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

    1 hr

  2. 4d ago

    What to Expect from APEC 2025: Fostering Sustainable Prosperity in the Asia-Pacific Region

    APEC 2025 will facilitate high-level dialogue between member nations, including major trading partners such as the United States, China, Korea, and Japan. This marks one of the first opportunities for multilateralism between leaders following new administrations entering APEC capitals across both Asia and North America.  What impact will this have on bilateral and regional trade and policy? How can APEC strengthen Asia-Pacific cooperation amidst the rapid development of emerging technologies? How has Korea helped progress toward these goals?  Join the Korea Economic Institute of America for an informed discussion co-hosted with the National Center for APEC on what to expect out of this year’s APEC forum and how it will shape relations across the Indo-Pacific. [This material is distributed by KEI on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

    1h 21m

  3. 4d ago

    Securing East Asia's Energy Future: Advancing U.S.-Korea-Japan Cooperation in Natural Gas

    The United States, South Korea, and Japan are enhancing their trilateral cooperation to secure natural gas supply chains in East Asia. Recent strategic agreements and natural gas developments highlight the partners’ focus on developing cooperation frameworks to mitigate both market and geopolitical challenges. Dr. Seong-ik Oh, Director General for the Office of Central Land Tribunal at Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, joins KEI’s program to share his research into these cooperation frameworks, discuss potential pitfalls, and analyze the future potential of trilateral energy cooperation. His research will appear in the Fall/Winter 2025 issue of Korea Policy, KEI’s flagship journal, this December. [This material is distributed by KEI on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

    58 min

  4. 4d ago

    The U.S.-South Korea Allied Approach toward North Korea-Russia Cooperation

    Following the signing of a “comprehensive strategic partnership treaty” between North Korea and Russia on June 19, 2024, ties between the two countries have only warmed as the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year. This year, North Korea-Russia relations have notably expanded beyond the security domain, whilst at the same time, deepening within the realm of security.  This heightened relationship, which both sides now refer to as an “alliance,” poses an ever-increasing threat to Washington, its alliance with Seoul, and the broader international community. Such rapprochement between North Korea and Russia comes at a time when the U.S.-South Korea alliance faces important challenges, not least the commitments and expectations of both countries with respect to their alliance. The need to strengthen U.S.-South Korea ties—however difficult—has never been greater, both in combating mutual threats and furthering cooperation in new areas. [This material is distributed by KEI on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

    58 min

  5. 4d ago

    American Attitudes toward the Korean Peninsula 2025

    The first year of the Trump administration in the United States and the first several months of the Lee administration in South Korea have brought significant changes to both domestic politics and foreign policy. As Americans adjust to this political transition, domestic and international issues remain at the forefront of public attention.  With US foreign policy more significant than ever due to ongoing geopolitical challenges in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and the Indo-Pacific, KEI, in partnership with YouGov, examined where American attitudes stand with regard to US-Korea relations. What are American opinions on the alliance’s role on the Korean Peninsula and beyond? How do Americans view US-Korea relations today? How do Americans differ in these outlooks? [This material is distributed by KEI on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

    58 min

  6. 4d ago

    The U.S.-Korea Alliance and Economic Cooperation under Presidents Trump and Lee

    U.S.–South Korea relations have regained momentum after the election of President Lee Jae Myung in June, with the two sides signing a record trade deal in July and President Lee visiting Washington for a White House summit in August. Yet both governments continue to confront pressing issues, including tariff negotiations, alliance modernization, and regional and global challenges involving North Korea and China. Managing divergent priorities and policy preferences will shape perceptions of alliance credibility and commitment. At the same time, emerging areas of economic collaboration are beginning to take shape, creating opportunities to offset these frictions and expand trade even further. Speakers: Bruce Klingner, Senior Fellow at the Mansfield Foundation Troy Stangarone, Non-Resident Fellow at the Carnegie Mellon Institute KEI Director of Academic Affairs Ellen Kim    [This material is distributed by KEI on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

    1h 5m

  7. 4d ago

    Promoting Economic Cooperation at APEC Against the Backdrop of Geopolitical Uncertainty

    Audio issues resolve at 8:00   The Donald Trump administration’s imposition of tariffs has shaken the global trading order. At the same time, geopolitical rivalries among major powers are intensifying as Trump attempts to end the military conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, and the U.S.-China geoeconomic competition appears to be deepening as both sides test their respective economic leverage on each other while enhancing their respective supply chain resiliency. Thus, South Korea assumes responsibility for hosting the APEC business and leaders’ meetings at a complex moment. The role of multilateral institutions in promoting international trade is under assault from rising tariffs, making the task of easing barriers to economic cooperation more difficult. The APEC summit in South Korea will be the first major multilateral economic meeting to occur following the Trump administration’s imposition of universal tariffs. Furthermore, the APEC summit is a potential venue for the first meeting between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping at a moment when a stable framework for managing U.S.-China economic relations has not yet been established. Following the conclusion of the first summit between Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, KEI will host a distinguished panel of Korean speakers, who will share their perspectives on the geoeconomic and geopolitical forces shaping South Korea’s approach to hosting the APEC leaders’ summit. [This material is distributed by KEI on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

    1h 29m

  8. 5d ago

    Trilateralism Through Transition: Prospects for Strengthening U.S.-South Korea-Japan Partnership

    On August 18, 2023, U.S. President Joe Biden, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida convened at Camp David for the first standalone trilateral summit between the three countries. The three leaders reaffirmed and deepened consultative mechanisms, security and defense cooperation, and regional cooperative initiatives. All three countries have since undergone leadership transitions. The future of the trilateral relationship now lies with new leadership in each of the three countries.   Please join the Korea Economic Institute of America and the Mansfield Foundation for a timely event held on the second anniversary of the Camp David Summit.   [This material is distributed by KEI on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

    1h 15m
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KEI Live is the official podcast feed for the Korea Economic Institute of America’s live panels and events. Hear panels and discussions covering Korean policy, economics, culture, and more, directly from our public events. [KEI is registered under FARA on behalf of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.]

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    Korea Economic Institute of America
  • Years Active
    2010 - 2026
  • Episodes
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