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GMS FOCUS is a weekly segment on ARIRANG RADIO's morning news magazine show GOOD MORNING SEOUL that addresses complicated current event stories in and outside of Korea. Join our host Lina Kwon and guest Morten Larsen as they dive into questions surrounding cultural heritage, ideologies, trade wars, the global fight for a greener future, etc. We'll provide the context so you can get a better understanding of the wider scope of the story. Don't miss out!

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Brexit and Regrexit

2026/10/19

Retired Prof. Kim Byung-joo of International Relations at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies will talk about calls for a return to the EU resurfacing in the UK.

France Mass Protests

2026/10/12

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.

AI and International Relations

2026/10/05

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

US-China Summit

2026/09/28

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.

Saudi's Houthi Rebels

2026/09/21

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.

US Investment Negotiations

2026/09/14

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.

Tariffs: Economic tool or Diplomatic Weapon?

2026/09/07

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.

The Future of Unmanned Weapons

2026/08/31

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.

Wang Yi's Visit

2026/08/24

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.

Prolonged Hormuz Standoff

2026/08/10

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.

US-South America Tour

2026/08/03

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

U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Agreement

2026/07/27

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

Mark Carney's Vision of Canada

2026/07/20

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.

NATO-Korea Security Strategy

2026/07/13

Dr. 유지훈, a research fellow at the Korea Institute for Defense Analyses will talk about the changing NATO and South Korea’s security strategy.

Keir Starmer's Resignation

2026/06/29

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.