[Event Report] The 42nd Global Prominence Seminar: “12.3 계엄과 한국 민주주의: 거시비교적 시각”

[Event Report] The 42nd Global Prominence Seminar "12.3 계엄과 한국 민주주의: 거시비교적 시각"   Title: 12.3 계엄과 한국 민주주의: 거시비교적 시각 Date: 2025. 5. 22. (Thursday) 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Place: International Conference Hall(4F), Bldg. 140-2, SNU GSIS  Presenter: Prof. Jai Kwan Jung (Department of Political Science and International Relations, Korea University) Moderator: Prof. Jiyeoun Song (Graduate School of International Studies, Seoul National University) Language: Korean    The Seoul National University Institute of International Affairs held the 42nd Global Prominence Seminar on May 22, 2025, in the International Conference Hall (Bldg. 140-2, Room 401). The seminar was moderated by Professor Jiyeoun Song of SNU GSIS and presented by Professor Jai Kwan Jung from Korea University’s Department of Political Science and International Relations, under the title “December 3rd Martial Law and Korean Democracy: A Macro-Comparative Perspective.” Professor Jung examined theoretical approaches to Korea’s democratization, such as modernization theory and transition theory, and explored global patterns of democratic breakdown, distinguishing between “quick deaths” via coups and “slow deaths” through legal erosion by elected leaders. He explained why Korea’s democracy is vulnerable—highlighting weak party institutions, strong civil society, issues with the presidential system, and deep political polarization—and concluded by emphasizing the need for institutional reforms to strengthen democratic resilience.  

2025-05-22

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[Event Report] The 41st Global Prominence Seminar: “Australia's Indo-Pacific and U.S. Alliance Strategies: Implications for South Korea”

[Event Report] The 41st Global Prominence Seminar "Australia's Indo-Pacific and U.S. Alliance Strategies: Implications for South Korea"   Title: Australia’s Indo-Pacific and U.S. Alliance Strategies: Implications for South Korea Date: 2025. 5. 21. (Wednesday) 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Place: Global Leaders Room (2F), Building 140, Room 201, SNU GSIS Presenter: Dr. Peter K. Lee (Centre for Regional Studies, Asan Institute for Policy Studies) Moderator: Professor Melissa J. Bellanta (Visiting Professor of Australian Studies, SNU GSIS) Language: English    The Seoul National University Institute of International Affairs (IIA) hosted the 41st Global Prominence Seminar on May 21, 2025, at the Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS). The seminar featured Dr. Peter K. Lee, Research Fellow at the Asan Institute for Policy Studies, as the guest speaker. Dr. Lee delivered a comprehensive analysis of Australia’s evolving security identity and strategic posture in the Indo-Pacific, addressing its historical anxieties, regional ambitions, and deepening alignment with the United States. He examined Australia’s commitment to a rules-based international order, its flexible interpretation of defense sovereignty, and what he termed the “Bandicoot Dilemma” - the challenge of reconciling internal contradictions while adapting to shifting external conditions. Drawing implications for South Korea, Dr. Lee emphasized the importance of strategic diversification, regional leadership, and enhanced self-reliance amid intensifying geopolitical competition. The event was held in the Global Leaders Room at SNU GSIS and drew an audience of over 40 students. It concluded with an engaging Q&A session involving participants from GSIS and the broader SNU community.

2025-05-22

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[Event Report] The 40th Global Prominence Seminar: “Trump 2.0: the US and the World (A Korean Perspective)”

[Event Report] The 40th Global Prominence Seminar "Trump 2.0: the US and the World (A Korean Perspective)"   Title: Trump 2.0: the US and the World (A Korean Perspective) Date: 2025. 5. 1. (Thursday) 12:00pm-13:30pm Place: International Conference Hall (4F), Bldg. 140-2, SNU GSIS Presenter: Sheen, Seong-ho (Dean of SNU GSIS) and Yoo, Myung-hee (Professor of SNU GSIS/Former Trade Minister) Moderator: Professor Song, Jiyeoun (SNU GSIS) Language: English    The Seoul National University Institute of International Affairs (IIA) held the 39th Global Prominence Seminar on May 1st, 2025, at the SNU Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS), which convened Professor Seong-ho Sheen, Dean of SNU GSIS, and Professor Myung-hee Yoo, former Minister for Trade. The seminar, titled, "Trump 2.0: The US and the World (A Korean Perspective)," was held in the International Conference Room at SNU GSIS and was attended by over 100 students. The lecture was followed by an active Q&A session with participants, including students from GSIS and the broader SNU community. The Asia and the World Seminar Series at SNU GSIS is sponsored by Toyota Motor Korea.      

2025-05-12

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[Event Report] The 39th Global Prominence Seminar: “Startup Capitalism: New Approaches to Innovation Strategies in East Asia”

[Event Report] The 39th Global Prominence Seminar "Startup Capitalism: New Approaches to Innovation Strategies in East Asia"   Title: Startup Capitalism: New Approaches to Innovation Strategies in East Asia Date: 2025. 4. 17. (Thursday) 12:00 PM - 13:30 PM Place: International Conference Hall (4F), Bldg. 140-2, SNU GSIS Presenter: Professor Ramon Pacheco Pardo (King's College London) and Dr. Robyn Klingler-Vidra (King's College London) Moderator: Professor Jeong, Hyeok (SNU GSIS) Language: English    The Seoul National University Institute of International Affairs (IIA) held the 39th Global Prominence Seminar on April 17th, 2025, at the SNU Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS), which convened Professor Ramon Pacheco Pardo and Dr. Robyn Klingler-Vidra from King's College London. They spoke on the evolving dynamics of startup capitalism in East Asia, exploring how government initiatives supporting high-growth, technologically driven startups often serve not only as disruptors but also as enablers of established, large firms. The book talk was held in the International Conference Room at SNU GSIS, with more than 60 students in attendance. It was followed by an engaging Q&A session with participants, including undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty members from GSIS and the wider SNU community.  

2025-04-24

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[Event Report] The 38th Global Prominence Seminar: “동맹국의 핵무장 제지하기(Nuclear Alliance Restraint): 한미동맹과 북중동맹 사례”

[Event Report] The 38th Global Prominence Seminar "동맹국의 핵무장 제지하기(Nuclear Alliance Restraint): 한미동맹과 북중동맹 사례"   Title: 동맹국의 핵무장 제지하기(Nuclear Alliance Restraint): 한미동맹과 북중동맹 사례 Date: 2025. 4. 11. (Friday) 12:00pm-13:30pm Place: SNU GSIS International Conference Hall (140-2Bldg. 4F) Presenter: 이동선 고려대 정치외교학 교수 Moderator: 송지연 서울대 국제대학원 교수 Language: 한국어    The Seoul National University Institute of International Affairs held the 38th Global Prominence Seminar on April 11th, 2025, at the SNU Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS) invited Dong Sun Lee of Korea University, the professor of Political Science and International Relations. He spoke on the topic of the "Nuclear Alliance Restraint". The lecture was held at the International Conference room of the SNU GSIS, with more than 50 students attending. The lecture was followed by an active Q&A session with participants, including students from GSIS and the larger SNU community. The Asia and the World Seminar Series at SNU GSIS is sponsored by Toyota Motor Korea.   38th GPS Seminar Video Link: https://youtu.be/7rQz2CBgHoE?si=enLP8g_igCQQ8MPc

2025-04-21

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