Immigration Policy and Korea’s Future
Here is a brief explanation of the Korean immigration policy from the period of liberation on August 15th, 1948 to the current administration.
Here is a brief explanation of the Korean immigration policy from the period of liberation on August 15th, 1948 to the current administration.
When someone like political activist Kim Geun-tae dies, they recognize his face and name, most can’t quite place who he is or what he did.
In the past, Korea was often referred to as the ‘Hermit Kingdom’ because of its rather insular and inward-looking tendency to avoid involvement in the world beyond its own borders. But, just like a child grown to maturity, nicknames are often outgrown.
Have you ever been ostracized by friends or colleagues, or vice versa? Why do you think it happened to you or others? If you don’t fall into either category, then you are a lucky person.
Yi So-yeon was born in Gwangju and spent the first 15 years of her life living among the people of the city. When she began studying at Gwangju Science High School, she also began nurturing what has been a life-long passion for science and learning.
With the passing of the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS FTA), opinions have been strong on its ratification. Multiple demonstrations have been held in Seoul denouncing the agreement, erupting in violent clashes with the police.
Political scientists see Park’s election as a significant shift in the political culture of Korea. This new wave of political awareness could just be a one-time social phenomenon or have far-reaching and long-lasting effects. The people will decide in due course.
Japan is rich in culture and has many smaller cities worth exploring. One of these cities is Shimonoseki, which lies on the western edge of the main island of Honshu. Shimonoseki’s location has historically made it an important gateway between Japan and the rest of the world. Being a port city, Shimonoseki also has diverse foreign cultural flavors.