Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the closely watched US Presidential election, where the tight race may prolong the wait for a victor, and we'll explore the potential impacts of a leadership change on Korea's economy.

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. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about South Korea's economic slowdown, with only 0.1% growth in the third quarter, prompting warnings of a potential downgrade in the 2024 forecast and calls for measures to address the downturn.

Prof. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about Samsung's semiconductor division, where the head recently apologized for disappointing third-quarter results, amid concerns that the business is falling behind global rivals and the steps needed to reclaim industry leadership.

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. Yang Jun-seok of Department of Economics at Catholic University will tell us about the recent interest rate cuts by the Bank of Korea, what it means for the economy, and the potential impact on household debt and housing prices.

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.