GMS Focus

Episodes

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  France Mass Protests 12.10.2026 26m

  Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about France, the Land of Revolution- and the history of mass protests and social conflicts today.
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  AI and International Relations 05.10.2026 25m

  Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about AI development from international relations' perspective.
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  US-China Summit 28.09.2026 24m

  Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the key takeaways from the latest US-China summit, the political motivations behind repeated Trump-Xi meetings, and the future direction of US-China relations.
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  Saudi's Houthi Rebels 21.09.2026 25m

  Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels, as well as their military capabilities, security strategies, and the international situation.
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  US Investment Negotiations 14.09.2026 24m

  Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about key issues in U.S. investment negotiations and Korea’s response strategy. 
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  Tariffs: Economic tool or Diplomatic Weapon? 07.09.2026 24m

  Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about whether tariffs are an economic policy tool or a diplomatic weapon.
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  The Future of Unmanned Weapons 31.08.2026 24m

  Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the future of unmanned weapons, using Ukraine as a case study.
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  Wang Yi's Visit 24.08.2026 21m

  Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the future of Korea-China relations and stability on the Korean Peninsula in light of Wang Yi’s visit to South Korea.
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  Prolonged Hormuz Standoff 10.08.2026 15m

  Dr. Yoo Jihoon, a research fellow at the Korea Institute for Defense Analyses will talk about the prolonged standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s demands, the U.S. response, and South Korea’s energy security.
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  US-South America Tour 03.08.2026 24m

  Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the outcomes of the president's U.S.–South America tour and its geopolitical and economic significance
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  U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Agreement 27.07.2026 25m

  Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the contents and significance of the U.S.–Saudi nuclear agreement and its impact on South Korea
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  Mark Carney's Vision of Canada 20.07.2026 25m

  Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about Mark Carney's discussion of his vision for a new Canada beyond the Trump era.
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  NATO-Korea Security Strategy 13.07.2026 14m

  Dr. 유지훈, a research fellow at the Korea Institute for Defense Analyses will talk about the changing NATO and South Korea’s security strategy.
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  Keir Starmer's Resignation 29.06.2026 26m

  Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about British politics and the outlook for the next prime minister in light of Keir Starmer’s resignation.
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  South Korea and G7 22.06.2026 26m

  Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about South Korea on the G7 stage- the achievements and challenges in summit diplomacy.
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  Jimmy Lai 15.06.2026 25m

  Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about Jimmy Lai, the billionaire businessman who has become a symbol of democracy
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  June 3rd Local Election 08.06.2026 26m

  Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the June 3rd local election results and the effects on the Lee administration.
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  6.3 Local Elections Preview 01.06.2026 25m

  Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about Korea's 6.3 local elections and its previews.
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  US-China Summit 18.05.2026 26m

  Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about the analysis of the outcomes of the U.S.-China summit and South Korea’s response strategy.
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  Mexico's New Leadership 11.05.2026 25m

  Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about new leadership in Mexico, the land of machismo- and President Sheinbaum’s appeal to young people.