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Half Life
27 September
One of the most exciting books released this fall is “Half Life”, a fast-paced thriller centering on politics, North Korea and believable characters.
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The Korean War: Who Won? Who Lost? Why Does It Matter?
21 September
After a summer break in Asia Society Korea Center’s Monthly Luncheon Series, the program returned on Tuesday with Seoul-based Englishman Andrew Salmon.
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Online Virtual Student Discussions: Korean Students' Wishlist for the New U.S. Government
7 September
This program is supported by the U.S. Embassy Seoul.
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Assignment Pyongyang: The Reporters’ Perspective
7 September
Two leading British journalists James Pearson and Stephen Evans were the guest speakers at our June monthly luncheon lecture.
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A drop of celebrity culture is no sign of reform in North Korea
24 August
Steven Borowiec takes a look at the adoption of Western culture in the reclusive state of North Korea.
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Understanding the Korean Language
12 August
Professor Sonia Seo-young Chae has joined the Asia Society Korea Center for the “Journey into Hangeul” series. A series that explores the complex nature of Korean language, and its relationship with society.
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Exit Interview with H.E. William Paterson, Ambassador of Australia to the Republic of Korea
12 August
Unfortunately, Ambassador Paterson’s time in Korea is coming to an end; Asia Society caught up with the 2015 “Asian Ambassador of the Year” to talk about his experiences over the past 3 ½ years.
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Interview With H.E. Mr. Mohamed Ali Nafti, Tunisian Ambassador to the Republic of Korea
2 August
Yvonne Kim, Executive Director at the Asia Society Korea Center met with H.E. Mr. Mohamed Ali Nafti, Ambassador of Tunisia to Korea, to discuss the road to democracy, his hopes for the future and Korea-Tunisia relations.
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What Two Very Different Korean Leaders Have in Common
2 August
Steven shares his insights on two different leaders. He provides light background on the two leaders of the Korean peninsula. Taking a look at their differences, and what they have in common he reveals a tactic used by many leaders.
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Where Chinese fishing boats are scarier than Kim Jong Un
22 June
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