ké cast S2 E4: Being Ethnic Korean in China
In this conversation, writer Eddie Park joins host Andre Goulet to discuss his reporting on Joseonjok—ethnic Koreans in China—and their complicated identity.
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China Says No to South Korean Electronics
South Korea's electronics exports to China have more than halved since 2015. What's causing Chinese consumers to shun once-beloved South Korean electronics?
Netmarble Announces BTS Game Collaboration
South Korean game giant Netmarble and K-pop phenomenon BTS have partnered up to create a new game titled BTS World. But this is not the first time local game companies have tapped into the vast popularity of K-pop...
Can South Korea Tap into Growing Halal Market?
With a growing Muslim presence at home and a booming halal market abroad, South Korean businesses are waking up to the potential of the halal industry. But lack of cultural awareness and regulatory stumbling blocks remain.
N. Korea’s Olympics Proposal Undermines U.S. Hawks
North Korea said it wants to participate in the winter Olympics in South Korea. This is an unexpected gesture for the hawks in the U.S.
Why Does China Hate THAAD So Much?
THAAD is a pretty useful acronym to know if you're interested in geopolitical tensions in East Asia, especially about North Korea. Why does China hate it?
Why Does Japan Have a Bad Relationship With Neighbors?
At first glance, China, Japan and South Korea seem to have a lot in common. But why do they dislike each other, especially Japan?
The Myth of S. Korea’s World-beating Nuclear Energy Exports
S. Korea seems to be a global powerhouse for nuclear exports. But reality is complex, especially when countries like China and Russia are in the game.
Could Korean War II Drag in the World’s Superpowers?
Could a conflict on the Korean Peninsula suck in Russia, China, Japan and even the U.K., threatening to escalate into World War III?
A Delicate Balance: Moon Seeking a New Path in Beijing
During this week's China trip by Moon Jae-in, South Korea tentatively tested shifting its foreign policy toward so-called "balanced diplomacy."
K-pop to WeChat: S. Korean Start-ups Want Chinese Tourists
From providing the ultimate K-pop experience to offering Wechat pay, South Korean start-ups are eager to attract Chinese tourists.
“Don’t Speak in Korean”: When Koreans Travel to North Korea
Here's an essay by a Portuguese-Korean traveler, who recently visited North Korea. He was discouraged from revealing his South Korean roots.