Eye on Korea

Lessons from a Former Ambassador: Building a “Win-Win” U.S.-Korea Alliance | Ep. 4

In this episode of Eye on Korea, Ambassador Ahn Ho-Young, former South Korean Ambassador to the U.S., shares his insights on the evolving U.S.-Korea relationship during President Trump's second term. Drawing from his experience during the first Trump administration, Ambassador Ahn discusses how current policies may shape the alliance.
Our discussion covers key challenges and opportunities, including trade tensions, security cooperation, and the broader geopolitical landscape. Ambassador Ahn examines the impact of recent tariffs, Korea's strategic investments in the U.S., and the importance of maintaining a "win-win" approach to economic and defense collaboration. We also explore Trump’s "peace through strength" doctrine and prospects for renewed diplomacy with North Korea.
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Trump 2.0 Tariffs: Trade Wars & Korea's Economic Future | Ep. 3

In this episode of Eye on Korea, we are joined by Wendy Cutler, Vice President of the Asia Society Policy Institute and a former senior U.S. trade negotiator. With extensive experience shaping U.S. trade policy, Wendy provides insights into the evolving economic relationship between the United States and Korea.
 
We examine how the Trump administration’s trade policies and tariffs will influence Korea’s economic landscape. Wendy also offers her perspective on the broader shifts in U.S. trade strategy and how they impact key sectors in both countries. We discuss potential areas for U.S.-Korea cooperation, the challenges facing Korean businesses, and what policymakers should consider as they navigate this changing environment.
 
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Biden's Legacy and Trump's Ongoing Challenges | Ep. 2

This week's episode of Eye on Korea explores the evolving U.S.-Korea alliance and its implications for regional security and North Korea policy. Dr. Jung H. Pak, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, shares her expertise on North Korea’s cyber threats, the future of trilateral cooperation with Japan, and the broader Indo-Pacific security landscape.
Dr. Pak offers her perspective on how the trade policies of both the Biden and Trump administrations, along with broader diplomatic and strategic shifts, have influenced U.S.-South Korea relations and could shape future U.S. policy in the region.
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US Economic Policy in the First Week of Trump 2.0 | Ep. 1

KEI is proud to debut Eye on Korea, a program designed to provide expert analysis on the most pressing issues shaping US-Korea relations.
Today's episode highlights how the new US administration’s trade policies could reshape economic ties with South Korea. As former senior vice president for Asia at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Tami Overby brings decades of experience in trade negotiations, market access, and economic strategy. Her discussion will provide insights into potential policy shifts, trade barriers, and opportunities for strengthening bilateral economic cooperation.
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