Developing inter-Korean economic relations for the ‘advancement of the Korean Peninsula’

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Studies Series 09-02 임강택 외 Prospects for inter-Korean relations are unclear at present, as tensions in North-South relations have increased with the inauguration of the new South Korean government and the deadlock over the North Korean nuclear issue. The Obama administration took office under the banner of economic recovery but the U.S.-generated financial crisis is still affecting the world. The unstable economic outlook still burdens the ability of the Obama administration to create policy initiatives. In addition, increasing uncertainties concerning North Korea due to Kim Jong-il’s ailing health create strenuous challenges for the Lee Myung-bak government, whose goal is to establish a peace regime on the Korean peninsula and a mutually beneficial inter-Korean relationship. Inter-Korean dialogue is at a stalemate as North Korea resists the Lee administration’s hard-line policy towards the DPRK, which marks a departure from the softer policies of previous governments. 2 Developing Inter-Korean Economic Relations for the ‘Advancement of the Korean Peninsula’The Lee administration’s position to stick to principles in establishing inter-Korean relations is a challenge. In this situation, the government is urging North Korea to come back to the negotiation table. To make this viable, a more systematic and comprehensive approach is required.

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