Wed, 28 January 2015
To the surprise of many, Swiss and Swedish forces are tasked with monitoring the military buildup on the inter-Korean border. Their officers are stationed in Panmunjeom, at the heart of the DMZ's Joint Security Area, where they carry out inspections and review operations. We had the honor of interviewing Major General Urs Gerber about his work there, life in the DMZ, and his dealings with North Korea on a daily basis. |
Tue, 20 January 2015
South Korea did not only experience rapid economic development, it is also the first country to successfully transition from development aid recipient to major aid donor. How the country handles this new role and provides support to developing countries was the focus of our interview with Professor Iain Watson. |
Thu, 15 January 2015
In our fifth episode we talk to Karl Friedhoff of the ASAN Institute about what the South Korean public sentiment is towards North Korea, China and Japan, and about the public opinion about the foreign policies of the South Korean government. |
Tue, 6 January 2015
The portrayal of women in Korea's media and entertainment industry provides the backdrop for our fourth episode. Together with media specialist and acclaimed blogger James Turnbull we explored gender politics in the Korean society and its depiction in Korean pop culture. |