Workshop Announcement: North Korea after the 7th Party Congress – Political and Economic Perspectives

The situation on the Korean Peninsula experienced another critical setback in 2016. The 4th nuclear test, the launch of a satellite and several, partially failed, rocket launches – all moves that are sanctioned by previous UN Security Council resolutions. The reactions were severe – new resolutions by the UN, the closure of the Kaesong Industrial Complex by South Korea and financial restrictions from several countries - just to mention a few of numerous bilateral and unilateral measures. 

On the other hand, many see engagement and cooperation still as a tool to contribute to a change in North Korea. The affluent middle-class that develops step by step, the opening of the market systems and small-scale economic reforms, such as the creation of Special Economic Zones, are just a few of several signals that things are changing. Additionally, the 7th Party Congress was expected to set new conditions in North Korea. 

Within this context of a slow, but obvious change in economic terms and a simultaneous increasing confrontation in political terms, the workshop will discuss political and economic perspectives after the 7th Party Congress.

Those interested are welcome to join the workshop. No pre-registration is necessary, but seats are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Registration begins at 5:30pm at the venue.

Date: Monday, 30th May 2016

Time: 5:30pm (registration)

Place: Kim Dae-Jung Presidential Library B1, Convention Hall

26, Sinchon-ro 4-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Korea 

Directions: 

1. Line 2, Gyeongui Line, Airport Railroad: From Hongik University Station: Use exit 5 or 6 and walk 5 minutes to the library.

2. Line 2: From Shinchon Station: Use exit 8 and walk for 10 minutes along the Shinchon Rd.

3. Bus: Get off at Donggyo-dong Three-way Junction bus stop (Bus stop # 13-018, 13-019)

Download the Workshop Program and Directions here.