The Impact of Intellectual Property Protection through FTA on International Trade

Hyunsoo Kim, Sangjun Yea, Hyeyoon Keum and Min Ji Kang/
World Economy Brief 21-34

The importance of intellectual property rights (IPRs) for innovation has grown and the protection of intellectual property in international trade has also been strengthened. AI-related patent applications have been increasing rapidly and many AI patents are being filed in various industries...

Changes in the Regional Structure of China's Domestic Market and Implications

Jihyun Jung, Won Seok Choi, Hong Won Kim and Joo Hye Kim /
World Economy Brief 21-36

In response to intensifying conflict with the United States and the shock of Covid-19, China reinforced its strategy to expand domestic demand. China's domestic market is an important factor affecting Korea's exports and economic growth...

Financial Constraints and Productivity Gains from
FDI in Emerging Markets / Wontae Han

Policy makers in emerging market countries have provided fiscal and financial incentives for foreign firms to set up affiliates in their jurisdiction. One reason for preferential treatment for FDI is that the inflow of massive foreign capital with short investment horizon...

[Seminar] Environmental and economic implications of the CBAM

[Seminar] Changes in the Global Value Chain Structure and
Policy Response After COVID-19

2021 KIEP Visiting Scholars’ Online Seminar

The Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP) held the 2021 KIEP Visiting Scholars’ Online Seminar from October 26 to 28, under the theme of “Global Economic Perspectives in the Aftermath of COVID-19 in Emerging Economies,” with the participation of 15 scholars from 14 countries.

The 10th Korea-Brazil Business Forum

The Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP) held the 10th Korea-Brazil Business Forum at the Walkerhill Hotel in Seoul on October 20 (Wed), in joint with the Korea-Brazil Society (KOBRAS) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

KIEP-IER Joint Symposium

The Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP) and the Institute of Economics Research (IER) of Korea University jointly held a symposium on October 15 on “The Changes in Macroeconomic Policy of Major Countries in the Post-Covid-19 Era and Korea's Response.”

ASEAN-Korea Trade and Investment Roundtable 2021

The ASEAN-Korea Centre and KIEP held the “ASEAN-Korea Trade and Investment Roundtable 2021” at the Westin Chosun Hotel in Seoul on October 12 (Tue). This event aimed to identify recent economic trends and significant issues in Korea and ASEAN's trade and investment sectors and discuss ways to raise awareness and utilize the ASEAN-Korea FTA and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (RCEP).

Call for Papers for East Asian Economic Review

Visiting Scholars Program for 2022

KIEP invites prominent researchers and academics to join its Visiting Scholars Program. Launched in 2009, the program aims to promote cross-border exchanges of knowledge, information, insights, and expertise among scholars from different backgrounds. If you are interested in applying to the program for 2022, please find further information on eligible fields, qualifications, responsibilities and benefits, etc. on our website.