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Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about India-Pakistan ceasefire after the U.S. intervention.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the upcoming election in South Korea, Lee Jae-myung's legal risk and the conservatives' 'big tent'.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about China's claims over the Yellow Sea's Provisional Measure zone and its effect on the relations between Seoul and Beijing.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about Korea's diplomatic relations with Syria.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about what the election means today and what voters are responsible for.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the constitutional court's ruling of President
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about South Korea's interest in investments towards the Alaska gas pipeline.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the seriousness of South Korea being in the "sensitive country" list of the U.S. Department of Energy.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the thriving Russian economy despite the war and the reason behind it.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about President Trump's tariffs' effect on the domestic economy and Korean industries' response
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about President Trump's peace deal for Ukraine without Ukraine and the EU leadership
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the German election and the struggles it faces as well as the political swing to the right
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the peace treaty about the war in Ukraine, the interest of each nation involved.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about President Trump's controversial proposal to force Palestinians out of Gaza
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the 2025 World Economic Forum's take aways and the role in the international community
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the Argentinian President Javier Milei's intriguing rise to fame and presidency
This special episode of The Korea Pro Podcast features a live recording from our latest Seoul Circuit event, held on Jan. 16, 2025. Unlike our usual 15-minute studio podcasts, this 45-minute discussion was moderated by Jeongmin, Korea Pro's editorial director, over dinner and drinks. The event's speakers included Chad O'Carroll, CEO of Korea Risk Group, and Mason Richey, professor of international politics at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, president of the Korea International Studies Association and editor-in-chief of The Journal of East Asian Affairs. Together, they explored the limitations of conventional Washington-centric perspectives — often referred to as “the Washington blob” — in analyzing Korean Peninsula issues. They discussed how geographical distance, institutional biases and regional complexities influence and sometimes distort global perceptions of South and North Korea. Tune in to this special episode for an engaging and nuanced conversation that challenges conventional wisdom about the Korean Peninsula. While this episode features the moderated discussion, the Q&A session that followed was conducted under the Chatham House Rule and is not included here. For exclusive insights and the chance to engage directly with stakeholders in Seoul, consider joining our next Seoul Circuit event. About the podcast: The Korea Pro Podcast is a weekly 15-minute conversation hosted by Editorial Director Jeongmin Kim (@jeongminnkim) and Editor John Lee (@koreanforeigner), diving deep into the most pressing stories shaping South Korea — and dissecting the most complicated ones for professionals monitoring ROK politics, diplomacy, culture, society and technology. Uploaded every Friday. This episode was recorded on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025. Audio edited by Gaby Magnuson
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about Trump cabinet's key foreign policies and their impact on U.S.-Korea relations
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies talks about the reasons why President Trump is so interested in the control of the Greenland-Panama Canal
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the ongoing political unrest in South Korea, a month after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law, with protests erupting over alleged insurrection charges and calls for impeachment.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about a review of 2024 for South Korea, reflecting on its relationships with major world powers as the year comes to a close.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about South Korea's ongoing political crisis following the martial law declaration, exploring the dramatic twists and insights.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the massive crowds in 여의도 cheering as South Korea's National Assembly voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, despite the looming political vacuum the country may face for months.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about South Korea's president declaring and then lifting martial law in a six-hour window, exploring the historical context of this unprecedented move and its implications for the country's democratic progress.
Mike hosts Jina Kim, Dean of Language and Diplomacy Division at the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, to discuss South Korea's foreign policy and strategy in the Indo-Pacific.
A political showdown in South Korea. President Yoon Suk Yeol is under pressure to resign after his failed attempt to impose martial law. Opposition MPs have served a notice to impeach him. Will the country survive this test of its democracy? In this episode: Natalia Slavney, Research Analyst, Korea Program & Assistant Editor, 38 North, Stimson Center. BJ Kim, Professor, International Studies, Hankuk University. Darcie Draudt-Vejares, Fellow, Korean Studies, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. Host: Neave Barker Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook At Al Jazeera Podcasts, we want to hear from you, our listeners. So, please head to https://www.aljazeera.com/survey and tell us your thoughts about this show and other Al Jazeera podcasts. It only takes a few minutes!
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the global plastic pollution crisis and whether the INC-5 meeting in Busan made progress toward a legally binding treaty to address this escalating environmental challenge.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon's diplomatic trip to Latin America, its role in advancing South Korea's vision as a "global pivotal state," and the outcomes of the APEC and G20 summits.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominations, largely filled with loyalists, and the immediate political challenges they present despite satisfying his supporters' desire to disrupt Washington.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the return of Donald Trump to the presidency and what his stance on the global economy, the two wars, NATO, the Supreme Court, and more will mean for the future.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the two candidates in the closely contested race for the White House and their potential impacts on Korea's diplomacy and national security, as both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump make final campaign efforts in key swing states.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about Japan's recent parliamentary elections, where the Liberal Democratic Party lost its long-held majority, marking a shift in Japanese politics and sparking major discussions in the larger geopolitical landscape.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about North Korea's recent escalation, officially declaring South Korea a hostile state in its constitution and destroying key roads and railways connecting the two countries.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon Suk Yeol's recent Southeast Asian trip, focusing on his diplomatic efforts to strengthen regional ties, North Korea-related issues, and his meetings with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, with an upcoming trilateral summit with the U.S. and Japan on the horizon.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the one-year anniversary of the October 7th Hamas-led attacks in Israel, which left 1,200 people dead and 250 kidnapped, while over 41,000 Palestinians have been killed in the ensuing war with no clear prospects of a cease-fire.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will discuss the complex dynamics surrounding the current struggles in the Middle East, including the life of assassinated leader Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah's objectives against Israel, and Hamas's Yahya Sinwar along with last year's attack on Israel.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon Suk Yeol's return to Seoul after a four-day visit to the Czech Republic, where 56 MOUs were signed, focusing on strengthening the nuclear energy alliance and expanding Korea's nuclear power plant exports in Europe.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about President Yoon's meeting with outgoing Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida during his state visit to Korea, as both countries face impending leadership changes and aim to maintain mutually beneficial relations despite deep-rooted differences.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about Jake Sullivan's recent visit to Beijing, where the US national security adviser met with senior Chinese officials, including Xi Jinping, amid rising security tensions and US leadership transitions.
Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will tell us about the one-year anniversary of the historic Korea-US-Japan summit at Camp David, where the leaders reaffirmed their strong trilateral security cooperation amid anticipated leadership changes in Washington and Tokyo.
Brynn Quick speaks with Dr. Michael Chesnut, Professor in the Department of English for International Conferences and Communication at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies in Seoul, Korea. Brynn and Michael chat about an area of study in linguistics known as "the linguistic landscape," and in particular about a 2022 paper that Michael co-authored with Nate Ming Curran and Sungwoo Kim entitled From garbage to COVID-19: theorizing ‘Multilingual Commanding Urgency' in the linguistic landscape. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Brynn Quick speaks with Dr. Michael Chesnut, Professor in the Department of English for International Conferences and Communication at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies in Seoul, Korea. Brynn and Michael chat about an area of study in linguistics known as "the linguistic landscape," and in particular about a 2022 paper that Michael co-authored with Nate Ming Curran and Sungwoo Kim entitled From garbage to COVID-19: theorizing ‘Multilingual Commanding Urgency' in the linguistic landscape. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/language
Korea24 – 2023.01.04. (Wednesday) News Briefing : At a meeting with national security aides and military officials, President Yoon Suk Yeol gave an order to look into suspending the inter-Korean military agreement of 2018, should the North again breach South Korean territory. (Daniel Choy) In-depth News Analysis : Marking the new year, KBS released the results of a poll conducted to better understand the political makeup of the nation’s voters. The poll asked people where they thought they stood in the political spectrum, and what values they held important. Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins the show to help us digest the results. Korea Trending with Walter Lee : 1. The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education will provide 50,000 won for families with children entering elementary school this year, to help cover costs for school supplies. (서울시교육청 “초등학교 입학생 1인당 5만원 지원”) 2. An online post written by a university student has stirred controversy. as it suggested that while a professor refused to let the student attend their grandfather’s funeral without being marked absent from class, they canceled a class to be at the bedside of their dying dog. (학생 조부상 불인정한 교수, 반려견 임종 휴강 논란) 3. The four countries to make it to the semi-finals of the 2022 AFF Mitsubishi Electric Cup have been confirmed, and three of them, namely Indonesia, Vietnam, and Malaysia, are led by Korean coaches. (한국인 감독 3명 모두 미쓰비시컵 4강행) Korea Book Club with Barry Welsh : For the first 2023 edition of the book club, Barry introduces us to the short story ‘Happy New Year to Everyone – To Raymond Carver’ written by Kim Yeon-su. The story is set on New Year’s Eve in Seoul, surrounding a conversation that takes place between a Korean man and an Indian man. As they struggle to connect, the Korean man reflects on his relationship with his wife. The book is part of the Asia Publisher’s Modern Korean Literature collection, and was translated into English by Maya West. Morning Edition Preview with Rich Larkin : - The Korea Herald : ‘School Nurse Files’ author unites writers from 9 Asian cities in new book (Hwang Dong-hee) - The Korea Times : Military city Gyeryong undergoes revamp with green initiatives (Ko Dong-hwan)
Krzysztof Iwanek is a South Asia expert. From 2014 to 2016, he taught Hindi at the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Republic of Korea. He holds two MA degrees: in History and in South Asian Studies, and a PhD in Cultural Studies. His main area of interest is contemporary Indian politics and political ideologies. He has also co-authored a book titled Indie. Od kolonii do mocarstwa.1857-2013 (“India. From a Colony to a Power. 1857-2013″) with Adam Burakowski.
Korea24 – 2022.11.24 (Thursday) News Briefing: Unionized truck drivers across the nation have begun a general strike demanding a continued guarantee in minimum shipping rates. The government has warned of a stern response amid concerns of supply disruption. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): President Yoon Suk Yeol announced on Monday the indefinite suspension of his daily morning briefing with reporters. This comes amid continued acrimony between the presidential office and the broadcaster MBC. To discuss the feud and the decision to suspend the briefings, Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and journalist and former president of the Seoul Foreign Correspondents Club, Michael Breen, join us on the line. Korea Trending with Diane Yoo: 1. A woman recently deduced that a friend had broken into her home and robbed her, as well as possibly injured her dog fatally, using the file information from a photo the friend had sent. ("힘내"라며 건넨 반려견 사진…친구에서 범인으로) 2. Singer Lee Seung-gi has released a statement demanding his agency release the entire account statement from all his albums and pay him accordingly. (음원료 정산 갈등, 이승기 측 첫 공식 입장) 3. Members of Japan’s World Cup squad have wished South Korea luck for their first match on Thursday, after their historic win against Germany. ([월드컵] 일본, 독일에 2-1 역전승) Explore Korea: The Yongsan History Museum opened to the public this year. The building, which is a former hospital and a registered cultural heritage, houses two floors celebrating the unique and diverse history of the Yongsan district. Allison Needels from Pinpoint Korea joins us this week to tell us all about it. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Park Yuna reports on a special collaborative exhibition with a famous British whisky brand and Korean artisans. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Lee Kyung-min about a senior land ministry official who developed an app to help people find the best dog walking routes.
Korea24 – 2022.11.17 (Thursday) News Briefing: President Yoon Suk Yeol and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met in Seoul and agreed to expand the participation of Korean firms towards major Saudi infrastructure projects. They also discussed increased cooperation in the energy and defense sectors. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): The Yoon administration recently courted controversy after it banned broadcaster MBC from the presidential plane for President Yoon’s trip to Southeast Asia, citing MBC's repeated "distorted" coverage. Meanwhile, the Seoul City Council passed an ordinance this week to abolish funding for the broadcaster TBS over its alleged left-leaning political stance. These two cases, and more, have sparked debate on issues of freedom of speech and the relationship between the government and media. Law Professor Song Se-ryun from Kyunghee University and Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies provide their thoughts on the debate. Korea Trending with Diane Yoo: 1. A high school student suffering from a rare genetic disease was able to take the CSAT by herself in hospital thanks to Busan’s education office. ("단 1명 위한 시험장"…희귀난치병 여고생, 대학병원 입원실서 수능 도전) 2. A South Korean female flight attendant and 9-year-old boy are reportedly in critical condition after being stabbed by a man at a supermarket in Los Angeles. (국내 항공사 승무원, LA에서 흉기 찔려 중태) 3. NASA’s Orion spacecraft sent home its first stunning views of Earth, as part of the historic Artemis I mission to send an uncrewed spacecraft around the moon. (달로 향하는 아르테미스 우주선, 지구 모습 담은 셀카 보냈다) Explore Korea: A new attraction has opened in Seoul. “Docking Seoul” is a disused concrete parking lot ramp next to Seoul Station that has been repurposed into a unique art exhibition space. Our travel Explorer Hannah Roberts joins us in the studio to tell us all about it, as well as some other attractions nearby. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Kwak Yeon-soo writes about knitting artist Seo Yoon-nam, who is still going strong at 89 years old. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Hwang Dong-hee on the return of winter street snacks.
Korea24 – 2022.11.10 (Thursday) News Briefing: A trilateral summit with the US and Japan has been announced during President Yoon Suk-yeol’s six-day diplomatic trip to Southeast Asia from Friday. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): In the wake of the Itaewon crowd crush disaster, President Yoon Suk Yeol vowed to find those responsible for the deficient handling of the incident and hold them to account. While mostly senior and mid-level police officials have been the focus of a special police investigation, opposition lawmakers are calling for senior government officials, such as the interior minister Lee Sang-min, to take responsibility as well. Law Professor Song Se-ryun from Kyunghee University and Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies join us to discuss the issue. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Police have detained two employees of the Korea Federation of Community Credit Cooperatives (KFCC) on suspicions of embezzling nearly 13 billion won in bank funds over 16 years. (16년 간 고객 돈 129억 빼돌린 새마을금고 직원 2명 구속) 2. Pitcher An Woo-jin of the KBO’s Kiwoom Heroes will not be considered for the prestigious Choi Dong-won Award due to his record of bullying in high school. (‘학폭’ 안우진, 최동원상 후보 제외…“최동원 정신에 위배”) 3. The second generation K-pop group Kara will make their official comeback after 7 years with a performance at the 2022 MAMA Awards in Japan on November 29. ('7년만 완전체' 카라, '2022 마마' 퍼포밍 아티스트 출격) Explore Korea: A day after the Itaewon crowd crush disaster, President Yoon Suk Yeol declared an official weeklong national mourning period. But some in the cultural sector expressed their complaint over the decision. Our arts contributor Ahn Jae-woo joins us this week to explain the issue. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Kim Hae-yeon on how the National Museum of Korea is looking to use augmented reality (AR) technology for one of its exhibitions.
Korea24 – 2022.11.03 (Thursday) News Briefing: North Korea fired three ballistic missiles toward the East Sea on Thursday morning, including an intercontinental ballistic missile, which failed mid-flight, according to the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis 1: North Korea’s provocations have escalated to new heights after it launched dozens of missiles in the past two days, including a failed ICBM launch and a missile which landed past the de facto inter-Korean maritime border for the 1st time on Wednesday. To discuss why Pyongyang may be stepping up such action, Professor Brian Myers from Dongseo University joins us on the line. In-Depth News Analysis 2 (Korean Politics Digest): Discussions continue on who should be held responsible for the Itaewon crowd crush disaster. Opposition party lawmakers are calling for the sacking of national police chief Yoon Hee-keun and the interior minister Lee Sang-min. Law Professor Song Se-ryun from Kyunghee University and Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss the political ramifications of the disaster, and comparisons on the fallout from the 2014 Sewol Ferry disaster. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Seoul City has decided to review the safety of subway stations that draw large crowds following the Itaewon crowd crush incident. (서울시, 신도림역·사당역·종로3가역 '지옥철' 점검한다) 2. Fly Gangwon has extended the suspension of flights between Yangyang and cities in Vietnam until mid-November after some 100 foreign passengers who entered Korea have gone AWOL. (종적 끊긴 100여 명...불법 체류 통로 '양양 국제공항') 3. Son Heung-Min's participation at the Qatar 2022 World Cup is in doubt after confirmation that he needs surgery for a fracture around his left eye. (손흥민 '안면 골절' 결국 수술)
Korea24 – 2022.10.20 (Thursday) News Briefing: The prosecution is zeroing in on DP Chair Lee Jae-myung and allegations that he violated political funding regulations ahead of the presidential election. (Eunice Kim) Korean Politics Digest: Prosecutors filed for arrest warrants of the former defense minister Suh Wook and the former Coast Guard Commissioner General Kim Hong-hee regarding a case involving a fisheries official who was shot dead by North Korea in 2020. Our guests Professor Kim Byeong-ju from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and Professor Cho Hee-kyung from Hongik University provide more insight into these developments. Korea Trending with Jenny Suh: 1. It’s been revealed that Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon has left Singapore for an unknown destination through Dubai.('테라•루나 사태' 권도형, 싱가포르 떠나 제3국행…공소시효 정지) 2. BTS member Jin has collaborated with Coldplay for his upcoming solo debut “The Astronaut.”( 방탄소년단 진, 콜드플레이와 협업…솔로곡 '디 아스트로넛') 3. A mural of actor Angelina Jolie with her mastectomy scars appeared in Milan, Italy, as October 19 marked International Breast Cancer Awareness Day. (伊에 '가슴절제' 앤젤리나 졸리 벽화…'세계 유방암의 날' 기념) Explore Korea: This week, art critic Ahn Jae-woo introduces us to the fascinating artist Asaran Jeong and takes us to Seoul's Onsugonggan, where her solo exhibition titled "Heavy Heart, Thin Ground" is on view. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In Tomorrow’s Korea Times, Park Han-sol talks about the South Korean painter Ro Eun-nim, who sadly passed away on Tuesday at the age of 76. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Lee Si-jin recommends to us the best mountain temples to visit during Autumn.
Korea24 – 2022.10.06 (Thursday) News Briefing: The United Nations Security Council failed to reach an agreement on a response to North Korea’s recent intermediate ballistic missile launch, with China and Russia defending the regime’s actions. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): The Yoon administration this week announced plans to abolish the gender equality ministry and transfer its functions to a division under the health and welfare ministry. Meanwhile, the government also said it will look to establish new government agencies for Korean nationals abroad and immigration issues. Law Professor Song Se-ryun from Kyunghee University and Affiliate Professor Kim Byoung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to discuss these plans. Korea Trending with Jenny Suh: 1. A woman was stabbed to death by her husband in broad daylight earlier this week, despite being under protective measures by the police. (가정폭력 4차례 신고한 아내, 대낮 거리서 남편에 피살) 2. A missing child was found and rescued, after a driver spotted the child standing on the shoulder of a highway and reported it to the Korea Expressway Corporation. ("고속도로 갓길에 초등학생 있음"…실종아이 구한 문자 한 통) 3. U.S. President Joe Biden was caught swearing on a hot mic during a visit to Fort Myers Beach, Florida, in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. (바이든 핫마이크 구설) Explore Korea: The biggest performing arts festival in Korea has begun! The 2022 Welcome Daehakro Festival promises hundreds of performances for people of all ages throughout October, including plays, concerts, musicals, and dance performances. Our travel Explorer Hannah Roberts joins us to tell us all about the event, as well as how the Daehakro district became the mecca of theater and performing arts in Korea. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Kwak Yeon-soo reports on Hong Kong actor Tony Leung’s press conference after he was awarded the Asian Filmmaker of the Year award at the Busan International Film Festival. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald has a feature by Kim Hae-yeon on the Gangneung Coffee Festival which kicks off this week.