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  • 일본의 개방형 혁신전략: 산학협력을 중심으로
    Open Innovation in Japan: Focusing on Cooperation between Businesses and National Universities

      In this study we examine the current state of industry-academic cooperation conducted at Japan’s national universities and government policies to support these cooperation programs, also analyzing cases of industry-academi..

    Sung Chun Jung Date 2020.07.22

    Technology transfer, productivity
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    국문요약 


    제1장 서론 
    1. 연구 배경 
    2. 연구 내용 


    제2장 일본 산학협력정책의 추진 현황과 과제
    1. 산학협력정책의 추진 배경과 현황 
    2. 산학협력의 발전 현황 
    3. 소결


    제3장 산학협력 모델 사례분석 
    1. 서론 
    2. 도쿄대학
    3. 교토대학
    4. 오사카대학
    5. 큐슈대학
    6. 소결 


    제4장 결론 
    1. 일본 산학협력의 성과
    2. 일본 산학협력의 한계
    3. 한국 산학협력에 주는 시사점


    참고문헌 


    Executive Summary 

    Summary

      In this study we examine the current state of industry-academic cooperation conducted at Japan’s national universities and government policies to support these cooperation programs, also analyzing cases of industry-academic cooperation by major national university foundations (the University of Tokyo, Osaka University, Kyoto University, and Kyushu University). Cooperation between businesses and universities is on the rise within Japan, centered on joint research projects and venture incubator programs at universities. According to data released by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, a total of 2,278 new venture companies were formed on university campuses in the year of 2018 alone. How can we explain the recent rise in active cooperation between businesses and universities in Japan? To formulate a comprehensive answer to this question, this study examines policy efforts by the Japanese government, measures taken to reorganize industry-academic cooperation systems at universities, and changes in innovative strategies adopted by businesses.
     

  • 중국의 사이버보안 정책 연구
    A Study on China's Cybersecurity Policy

       This study examined the Chinese government's cyber security policies and compared and analyzed cyber security policies between Korea and China to draw implications for Korea, recognizing the increasing importance of c..

    Minsuk Park and Hyo Jin Lee Date 2020.07.14

    Economic cooperation, Chinese legal system
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    국문요약


    제1장 서론
    1. 연구의 배경과 목적
    2. 선행연구


    제2장 중국의 사이버보안 전략
    1. 중국의 대내외 사이버보안 전략
    2. 사이버보안 국제 협력 동향


    제3장 중국의 사이버보안 정책
    1. 네트워크 보안
    2. 정보 보안
    3. 암호법


    제4장 한국의 사이버보안 현황 및 한중 비교
    1. 한국의 사이버보안 연혁 및 전략
    2. 한국의 사이버보안 정책
    3. 한중간 사이버보안 정책 비교


    제5장 결론
    1. 평가
    2. 한국에 대한 시사점


    참고문헌


    Executive Summary

    Summary

       This study examined the Chinese government's cyber security policies and compared and analyzed cyber security policies between Korea and China to draw implications for Korea, recognizing the increasing importance of cyber security worldwide and how the technology hegemony conflict between China and the U.S. continues to intensify.
       Firstly, we analyzed the Chinese government's cyber security policies at the national strategic level in Chapter 2. China has implemented information control over cyberspace at the national level to maintain social order. Especially, Xi’s administration has positioned cyberspace sovereignty as a part of national sovereignty, in line with which cyber security strategy is established. In the field of cyber security, international cooperation is required, but there are difficulties arising from the disparity between the regulatory scope and priority areas of cyber security by country. Therefore this study examined international cooperation with major countries in the area of cyber security currently pursued by the Chinese government to identify major issues in the nation’s cyber security strategy. China and the U.S. operate upon different concepts in their scope of cyber security. China is a centrally controlled country that sets the priority of cybersecurity as a matter of “national security,” whereas the U.S. regulates cyber security, focusing on "protecting privacy" based on individual rights and the freedom of expression. On the other hand, Russia operates upon a similar perception of cybersecurity to China in terms of strengthening its national sovereignty in cyberspace, controlling the country's information flow, and applying changes to the international cyber governance system. In the case of the EU, its position varies by individual case.
       Chapter 3 analyzed the main contents and features of the recently implemented Cyber Security Act to examine the Chinese government's cybersecurity policy from a legal system perspective. The Chinese government has been announcing follow-up measures to implement the Cyber Security Act since 2019 and strengthen its enforcement power. The Act mandates certification of network security management systems, security grade protection systems, and network security related products and services. In addition, a "safety review" has become mandatory and regulations related to the transfer of personal information and important data to foreign countries have been included in recently announced laws. In order to start information management in earnest, the Cryptographic Act was enacted in 2020, therefore further expanding the scope of regulations on cyber security.
       In Chapter 4, we look into the main contents of Korea's cyber security policy and compared and analyzed the cyber security policies between Korea and China. Currently, Korea lacks a cyber security law that covers both the public and private sectors, such as in effect within China. However, based on the national cyber security strategy announced in April 2019, the government announced the “National Cyber Security Basic Plan 2019-2022” in September 2019 and is gradually implementing 100 detailed tasks in areas such as strengthening cyber security, establishing legal systems, and international cooperation.
       Based on this analysis of the cyber security policies of China and Korea, we derive the following conclusions for Korea.
       It is important for Korean companies to continuously monitor and prepare related systems in order to adapt to changes in the business environment situation where China is strengthening cybersecurity measures to manage internal and external risks. The government should also seek areas that can be supported at the national level. First of all, China's implementation of the Cyber Security Act has made it mandatory for Korean companies to obtain security grades. In Korea, the network security level is a recommended standard, but in China this is compulsory. Hence, Korean companies must independently come up with their own countermeasures in related fields, and government support is also needed to minimize confusion during this process. Next, certification in the network equipment sector has become more complex, and new regulations on personal information and data security are being prepared to take effect. Consequently, related policies and regulations are expected to be announced in the near future. In response, the Korean government should hold regular briefing sessions on related policies for Korean companies operating in China. It is also necessary to consider the ongoing cooperation at the national level and make efforts to further strengthen communication channels.


  • 2019 발간자료목록
    2019 LIST of Publications

    KIEP Date 2020.07.13

    Economic development, Economic cooperation
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  • Defined Contribution Funded Social Security and Labor Supply: Focus on Mexican S..
    Defined Contribution Funded Social Security and Labor Supply: Focus on Mexican Social Security Reform in 1997

    Countries adopting a defined benefit pay-as-you-go (DB PAYG) regime have two options to solve the issue of financial unsustainability: (1) a parametric reform, which alters policies within DB PAYG regime, and (2) a structural r..

    Sungwoo Hong Date 2020.07.03

    Labor market, Tax system
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    Executive Summary

    1. Introduction

    2. Mexican Social Security Reform in 1997

    3. Data

    4. Identification Strategy

    5. Results

    6. Conclusion

    References

    Appendix 

    Summary

    Countries adopting a defined benefit pay-as-you-go (DB PAYG) regime have two options to solve the issue of financial unsustainability: (1) a parametric reform, which alters policies within DB PAYG regime, and (2) a structural reform, which changes the regime from DB PAYG to a defined contribution funded (DC) system. In this study, focusing on the structural reform of Mexico in 1997, I investigate whether structural social security reform affects labor supply. The findings suggest that the change in the social security regime increased both labor force participation and work hours per week. However, in the case of the elderly, the intensive margin effect on labor supply was not statistically significant.


  • 중국 산업구조 고도화에 따른 한·중 경쟁력 변화와 대응전략
    Korea-China Competitiveness Changes and Our Strategies According to the Industrial Upgrading of China

    Chuel Cho et al. Date 2020.06.29

    Economic relations, Industrial structure
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    국문요약 


    제1부 주요 산업의 한·중 경쟁력 종합 비교 분석 및 대응방안(종합편) 


    제1장 서론 
    1. 연구의 필요성 및 목적
    2. 산업구조 고도화의 정의 및 연구 방향
    3. 연구범위 및 방법 


    제2장 중국 주요 산업의 구조고도화 추이 비교 분석 
    1. 중국 주요 산업의 양적 성장과 수급구조 변화 추이 
    2. 중국 주요 산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국의 산업정책과 산업구조고도화 전망 


    제3장 주요 산업의 한·중 경쟁력 종합 비교 분석 
    1. 주요 산업의 한·중 무역경쟁력 비교  
    2. 한·중 정성적 경쟁력의 업종 간 비교 
    3. 업종별 한·중 경쟁구조의 변화 추이 및 전망


    제4장 우리 산업의 종합 대응전략 
    1. 주요 산업의 한·중 경쟁구조 변화와 분업 전략
    2. 우리 산업의 대중국 경쟁력 강화 전략
    3. 중국 시장 진출전략 및 한·중 협력 방안


    제2부 업종별의 한·중 경쟁력 종합 비교 분석 및 대응방안(업종편) 


    제1장 자동차산업 
    1. 중국 자동차산업의 수급 추이와 특성변화 
    2. 중국 자동차산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국 자동차산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망 
    4. 자동차산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망
    5. 자동차산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제2장 조선산업 
    1. 중국 조선산업의 수급 추이와 특성변화 
    2. 중국 조선산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국 중국산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망 
    4. 조선산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망
    5. 조선산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제3장 일반기계산업 
    1. 중국 일반기계산업의 수급 추이와 특성변화 
    2. 중국 일반기계산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국 일반기계 산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망
    4. 일반기계산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망
    5. 일반기계산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제4장 철강산업 
    1. 중국 철강산업의 수급 추이와 특성변화 
    2. 중국 철강산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국 철강산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망 
    4. 철강산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망 
    5. 철강산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제5장 석유화학산업 
    1. 중국 석유화학산업의 수급 추이와 특성변화 
    2. 중국 석유화학산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국 석유화학산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망
    4. 석유화학산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망
    5. 석유화학산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제6장 식품산업 
    1. 중국 식품산업의 수급 추이와 특성변화 
    2. 중국 식품산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국 식품산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망 
    4. 식품산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망 
    5. 식품산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제7장 반도체산업 
    1. 중국 반도체산업의 수급 추이와 특성 변화 
    2. 중국 반도체산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국 반도체산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망 
    4. 반도체산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망 
    5. 반도체산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제8장 디스플레이산업 
    1. 중국 디스플레이산업의 수급 추이와 특성 변화
    2. 중국 디스플레이산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이
    3. 중국 디스플레이산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망
    4. 디스플레이산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망
    5. 디스플레이산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제9장 휴대폰산업 
    1. 중국 휴대폰산업의 수급 추이와 특성변화 
    2. 중국 휴대폰산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국 휴대폰산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망 
    4. 휴대폰산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망 
    5. 휴대폰산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제10장 가전산업 
    1. 중국 가전산업의 수급 추이와 특성변화 
    2. 중국 가전산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이 
    3. 중국 가전산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망 
    4. 가전산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망 
    5. 가전산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제11장 인공지능산업 
    1. 중국 인공지능산업의 발전 추이
    2. 중국 인공지능산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이
    3. 중국 인공지능산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망
    4. 인공지능산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망
    5. 인공지능산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    제12장 게임 산업 
    1. 중국 게임 산업의 발전 추이 
    2. 중국 게임산업의 질적 구조고도화 추이
    3. 중국 게임산업정책 변화와 구조고도화 전망
    4. 게임산업의 한·중 경쟁력 추이와 전망 
    5. 게임산업의 대중국 대응전략 


    참고문헌 

    Summary


  • 중국 국가전략의 변화와 한·중관계에 대한 함의
    Changes in China’s National Strategy and Its Implication for ROK-China Relations

    Nam Ju Lee et al. Date 2020.06.29

    Economic relations, Political economy
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    국문요약 


    제1장 서론 
    1. 연구의 필요성과 목적
    2. 연구 내용과 방법


    제2장 중국공산당의 시대인식과 국가전략 변화 
    1. 중국공산당의 시대인식 변화 - “강해지기”(?起來)의 시대 
    2. 신시대론의 국가전략에 대한 영향 
    3. 새로운 국가전략의 전망 ? 4개의 시나리오 


    제3장 국가 거버넌스체제의 변화와 대응전략 
    1. 중앙 차원의 거버넌스체제 변화 
    2. 지방 차원의 거버넌스체제 변화  


    제4장 중국 대외전략의 변화와 대응전략 - 미중관계를 중심으로 
    1. 중국 대외전략의 변화와 미중관계 
    2. 중미 무역분쟁이 한국경제에 미치는 영향 - 무역, 기술, 금융 분야를 중심으로


    제5장 중국 국가전략 변화가 한국의 대중국전략에 주는 시사점 - 대중국전략의 연속과 변화  
    1. 중국 국가전략 변화에 따른 도전 요인과 기회 요인
    2. 대중국전략에 대한 시사점 


    참고문헌 

    Summary


  • 국제 에너지 시장 변화와 한ㆍ중동 에너지 협력 다각화 방향
    Structural Changes in the Global Energy Market and Diversification Policy in Korea’s Energy Cooperation with the Middle East

       This study proposes a diversification policy for Korea’s energy cooperation with the Middle East, based on the energy policy changes of oil-producing countries in the Middle East, Korea’s largest source of energy im..

    Jae Wook Jung et al. Date 2020.05.28

    Economic cooperation, Energy industry
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    국문요약


    제1장 서론
    1. 연구의 배경과 목적
    2. 선행연구의 검토
    3. 연구의 범위와 구성


    제2장 국제 에너지 시장의 공급측 변화
    1. 비전통 에너지의 생산 증가
    2. 에너지믹스 다변화
    3. 주요 산유국의 지정학적 리스크 증가에 따른 석유 공급 변화


    제3장 국제 에너지 시장의 수요측 변화
    1. 석유의 수요 변화
    2. 대체에너지의 수요 증가
    3. 환경규제 강화


    제4장 중동 지역의 에너지 정책 변화 배경 및 추진 방향
    1. 중동 지역의 에너지 정책 변화 배경
    2. 중동 지역의 에너지 정책 추진 방향
    3. 소결


    제5장 주요국의 대중동 에너지 협력 현황
    1. 일본
    2. 중국
    3. 인도
    4. 소결


    제6장 중동 에너지 시장의 변화와 우리의 대응 전략
    1. 석유 및 가스 관련 협력 방안
    2. 에너지 효율화 정책 관련 협력 방안
    3. 재생에너지 부문 협력 방안


    참고문헌


    Executive Summary

    Summary

       This study proposes a diversification policy for Korea’s energy cooperation with the Middle East, based on the energy policy changes of oil-producing countries in the Middle East, Korea’s largest source of energy imports, in the midst of the recent structural changes in the global energy market. Since the dramatic drop in global oil prices in 2014, the global energy market has undergone structural changes. On the supply side, the market power of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) led by Saudi Arabia has sharply weakened. In 2018, the U.S. emerged as the world's largest crude oil producer, overtaking Russia and Saudi Arabia. In addition to the U.S. and Russia, non-OPEC countries such as Brazil, Norway and Guyana have recently increased their oil production significantly. In contrast, oil prices remain at around $50-60 per parrel even with U.S. economic sanctions against OPEC members Venezuela and Iran, which have blocked crude oil exports from these countries, as well as OPEC's production cuts from 2016. Major oil-producing countries in the Middle East are also responding to the supply changes in the global energy market by expanding natural gas production and strengthening investment in the downstream of the oil sector. In terms of demand in the global energy market, structural changes have continued, including changes in energy demand in emerging countries such as China, the introduction of alternative energy sources, and tightening of environmental regulations. Uncertainties in the global economy, including China, the largest importer of oil from the Middle East, will have a negative impact on global oil demand. The energy-mix transition of many countries from fossil energy to solar, wind, nuclear, and hydrogen energy will also decrease the demand for oil in the long term. In addition, demand for cleaner energy sources is increasing as the environmental regulations (IMO 2020) of the international shipping industry are tightening and air pollution issues caused by fine dust particles, etc. continue to grow. In addition, recent geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East affect the global energy market significantly.
       These changes are important for Korea, which imports more than 70% of its oil from the Middle East. This study analyzes the energy policy changes of major oil-producing countries in the Middle East, which are most directly affected by the structural changes in the global energy market, and suggests diversification of Korea’s energy cooperation policy with the Middle East, focused on the oil and gas sector.
       Chapter 2 surveys changes in the supply side of the global energy market. Prior to the 2000s, energy companies had focused on developing conventional oil and gas, but interest in developing unconventional oil and gas has increased since mid-2000 as the price of hydrocarbon resources has risen. The development of new technologies, such as horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, contributed to the increase in unconventional energy production. Production from main unconventional oil sources (tight crude oil, oil sands and deepwater oil) has continued to expand around the U.S., Canada and Brazil. Unconventional gas production increased 4.3 times during the 2000-2017 period, and the proportion of unconventional gas production in global natural gas production also expanded from 8% to 23%. The increase in global unconventional gas production was largely attributed to expanded the production of U.S. shale gas, with unconventional gas production in China, Australia and Argentina showing an increase as well. We can expect to see further changes in the energy mix in the future. The share of oil demand is forecast to fall to 28 percent in 2040, compared with 32 percent in 2017, while gas will increase from 22 percent to 25 percent, according to the IEA's forecast for demand by energy source.
       Chapter 3 surveys changes in the demand side of the global energy market from the perspective of changes in oil demand due to low oil prices, increased demand for alternative energy, and strengthened environmental regulations. Economic growth in developing countries such as India and Brazil, which have seen rapid increases in oil consumption, is expected to play a key role in increasing oil consumption. Meanwhile, demand for natural gas and LNG is expected to increase due to rising demand for eco-friendly fuel, and the continued improvement in the competitiveness of renewable energy prices, particularly in the areas of solar and wind power, will boost demand for renewable energy. In addition, eco-friendly car policies and international efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions are likely to prompt a drop in oil demand, but demand for petrochemical products is expected to continue growing as the global economy develops. The International Maritime Organization's tightened regulations on the sulfur content of ship fuel oil are expected to cause changes in demand among petroleum products and a shift to non-oil ship fuel such as LNG.
       Chapter 4 examines the background of changes in energy policy in the Middle East and the direction in which these changes are being implemented. The volume of oil supplied by non-OPEC oil-producing countries is expected to increase up to 2024, driven by the rise in U.S. oil production and exports, etc., and leading to a drop in OPEC's share of the world's oil supply. The continued low oil prices have had a negative impact on the economies of oil-producing countries in the Middle East, with governments taking steps to reduce various subsidies, restructure and privatize state-run companies and introduce taxes. This situation is affecting the energy sector of oil-producing countries in the Middle East and leading to changes in related policies.
       Middle East oil producers are making policy efforts to diversify their energy sources by proceeding with large-scale investments in alternative energy. Renewable energy has received particular attention as an alternative energy source, and interest in nuclear energy is also emerging in some countries such as the UAE. Middle East countries have recently announced their targets for increasing the share of renewable sources within their energy portfolios. The target ratio of renewable energy to total power generation varies from 10% to more than 50%, with Morocco leading the group at 52%. GCC member countries are also actively promoting the expansion of renewable energy and scheduled to primarily focus on solar energy in accordance with regional characteristics.
       Oil-producing countries in the Middle East are also stepping up energy policies to reform government spending and their energy consumption structure. In particular, governments are trying to alleviate their financial burden and energy consumption by reducing energy subsidies, which account for a high proportion of government expenditure and GDP. Saudi Arabia and the UAE have established a body in charge of energy efficiency and are also starting to introduce efficiency programs. To improve the efficiency of energy management, the governments are also working on projects to foster smart grid industries, such as advanced metering infrastructure and energy management system projects.
       Chapter 5 compares the current status of energy cooperation in Japan, China and India, economies heavily dependent on energy imports from the Middle East, and explores major cooperation cases. Japan has been trying to reduce its energy dependence on the Middle East countries in response to the recent expansion of geopolitical instability in the region. Japan has continued to promote relations with these countries in the energy sectors by diversifying areas of cooperation beyond the import of fossil energy commodities. Recent bilateral energy cooperation projects are mainly designed to utilize Japan's cutting-edge technologies and the rich resources of the Middle East countries at the same time. A joint feasibility study on renewable energy infrastructure using IoT technologies, and the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) to utilize reductions in greenhouse gas emissions could be prime examples of this cooperation. In addition, the Japanese government is making efforts to maintain resource development projects in the Middle East region. Japan has been especially active in maintaining diplomatic relations with the UAE, where 40% of Japan’s overseas oil concessions are located.
       China is strengthening its energy cooperation with oil-rich countries in the Middle East in order to secure a stable energy supply network linked to the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Along with its high economic growth rate, China’s oil and natural gas consumption is soaring. On the other hand, China’s domestic production is limited and this is causing a rapid rise in energy imports. As energy supply has emerged as a major security issue, it has become more important to cooperate with oil-producing countries in the Middle East with abundant natural resources. Meanwhile, oil-producing countries in the Middle East are seeking stable export destinations for their energy exports, and to introduce new and renewable energy sources into their economies and diversify non-oil industries. In response, the Chinese government is trying to link the BRI with the logistics hub strategy of Middle Eastern countries to secure stable energy distribution channels. Based on the price competitiveness of its companies, China has recently been actively participating in the renewable energy sector, which Middle Eastern countries are demonstrating a strong will to develop. Cooperation has been strengthened as the Middle East oil-producing countries expand their presence in stable crude exports and energy markets by participating in Chinese oil and petrochemical projects and acquiring stakes in related companies.
       India produces oil and natural gas, but its consumption exceeds production and a large portion of its imports depend on the Middle East. As India's energy demand is expected to continue to grow, the Indian government is pushing for infrastructure project cooperation and joint ventures with Middle East countries, with a focus on enhancing energy security. It also encourages the acquisition of assets in the Middle East and other upstream sectors to reduce dependence on oil imports, and focuses on diversifying its sources of imports and expanding stockpiles of oil.
       Chapter 6 explores the direction of Korea’s energy cooperation with the Middle East based on an analysis of structural changes in the global energy market and response measures taken by oil-producing countries in the Middle East. First, Korea can explore ways to cooperate with Middle Eastern countries in the resource development sector. By expanding cooperation in resource development, Korea will be able to stabilize its domestic supply and demand of oil and natural gas, while also diversifying cooperation with these countries beyond energy imports. Middle East countries are currently experiencing severe financial shortages due to low oil prices, and are trying to encourage foreign investment in the resource development sector to secure investment funds and stable sources of income. While neighbouring countries of Korea, such as Japan, have already been actively supporting their own resource development projects for some time now, the Korean government’s support is relatively limited in its scope and even those support projects in operation have been partly reduced and abolished recently. Resource development projects are risky and require large capital investments, meaning they must be backed up with long- term and consistent government support. In addition, there will also be a need for government efforts to maintain friendly relations with the Middle East countries.
       The expansion of pipeline projects and other forms of transport infrastructure in the region will broaden the opportunity for cooperation in related areas. In the financial sector, investment by financial institutions in promising energy infrastructure projects could be considered, and continued support from export credit agencies (ECA) will be necessary. Moreover, as oil and gas storage facilities and terminals are expected to expand, Korean companies should be able to advance into the area of operation and management of these facilities, in addition to their construction. Technical cooperation in the areas of smart platforms for storage facilities and terminals, logistics management and operational software will be needed as well. Meanwhile, rising demand for LNG and GTLs will lead to more opportunities for companies, and to this end, it is necessary to strengthen competitiveness by increasing the capabilities of key technologies for LNG and GTL plants. In addition, cooperation in new energy sectors such as hydrogen liquefaction facilities will be possible, and related cooperation will expand hand-in-hand with future technological advances.
       Among the various smart grid-related sectors, advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) and energy storage systems (ESS) are promising areas in which Korean companies are equipped with a high level of technology and demand in Middle East countries is increasing. To expand the presence of Korean companies in these areas, in the short term the Korean government needs to expand financial support for small- and medium-sized companies participating in energy efficiency projects, and establish better support measures to provide information on the Middle East market. In addition, the Korean government should focus on establishing cooperation models to meet the demand for more diverse industries in the region by providing consulting services or participating in pilot projects, etc., through consortiums formed around KEPCO and with small- and medium-sized enterprises participating. In the long run, the Korean government could also consider establishing a joint investment fund or increasing financial support for companies participating in smart grid projects in the region to foster the industry. In the energy efficiency sector, Korean public agencies can first consider providing technical consulting services or exporting technology to Middle East countries wishing to operate test centers to improve energy efficiency. From a longer-term perspective, participating in joint projects to develop certification programs and standards for energy efficiency will help Korean companies to advance into the Middle East region.
       When considering future forecasts for the global supply and investment in the area of renewable energy, and the renewable energy policies of Korea and Middle East countries, cooperation between both sides in renewable energy should center on solar energy. In the short term, cooperation in building solar energy infrastructure for power generation and households can be promoted and expanded to technological development cooperation that can enhance the operational stability of power systems and increase their flexibility in the medium term. On a long-term basis, we could consider cooperation projects to develop hydrogen-related technologies using renewable energy and build a business model in this area.
     

  • 중국 제조업 혁신 네트워크 구축과 사례연구
    The Establishment of a Manufacturing Innovation Network in China: Review and Case Studies

       U.S.-China trade friction is one of the major variables causing external economic uncertainty in Korea. The competition for technological supremacy between the U.S. and China has been pointed out as lying at the essen..

    Hongwon Kim and Joohye Kim Date 2020.05.28

    Industrial policy
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    국문요약 


    제1장 서론
    1. 연구 배경 및 목적
    2. 선행연구와 본 연구의 차별성
    3. 연구구성


    제2장 중국의 제조업 혁신 네트워크 구축
    1. 「중국제조 2025」 추진과 제조업 혁신센터 사업
    2. 중국과 미국의 정책사업 비교
    3. 소결


    제3장 전기차 배터리 사례
    1. 중국의 전기차 배터리 육성과 국산화 추세
    2. 국가 전기차 배터리 혁신센터: 베이징(北京)시
    3. 소결


    제4장 반도체 사례
    1. 중국의 반도체 육성과 국산화 추세
    2. 국가 반도체 혁신센터: 상하이(上海)시
    3. 소결


    제5장 디스플레이 사례
    1. 중국의 디스플레이 육성과 국산화 추세
    2. 국가 디스플레이 혁신센터: 광둥성
    3. 소결


    제6장 결론 및 시사점
    1. 결론
    2. 시사점


    참고문헌


    Executive Summary

    Summary

       U.S.-China trade friction is one of the major variables causing external economic uncertainty in Korea. The competition for technological supremacy between the U.S. and China has been pointed out as lying at the essence of the trade friction between the U.S. and China, prompted by China’s rise in technological prowess. As the most representative industrial development policy by the Chinese government to respond to this rise in the nation’s technological prowess, the Made in China 2025 (MIC 2025) plan deserves detailed analysis and evaluation, based on which we can debate proper response measures. In this regard, this study analyzed and evaluated the progress of measures to establish a manufacturing innovation network currently ongoing within China, one of the key policy tasks of MIC 2025.
       We perform a comparative analysis of policy operations in China and the U.S., the latter being the benchmark for China, in order to analyze in depth the manufacturing innovation centers that form the core of China’s manufacturing innovation network. We also studied specific cases at manufacturing innovation centers in the sectors of electric vehicle batteries, semiconductors and displays ? core areas in which China has succeeded in localization and is competing with Korea ? to understand the specific characteristics, achievements and limitations of these innovation centers. To allow a comprehensive examination of the demand for development in participating entities and industries, we analyzed the rise of local businesses in related areas, incubation policies promoted by the Chinese government, and the trend of localization, together with a review of operations at the innovation centers.
       This study has drawn the following conclusions and suggestions. China may benchmark U.S. policy, but is fine-tuning its own policies, which is having the effect of limiting its progress toward the goals initially set.
       First, China’s manufacturing innovation centers are operating upon a dual scheme of dividing national- and provincial-level centers. China’s provincial manufacturing innovation centers are established by local governments, after which they compete to be selected as national manufacturing innovation centers. This dual system incurs leads to the possibility of overlapping areas and investments in similar R&D projects.
       Second, manufacturing innovation centers in China feature a self-sustaining profit structure like private businesses. Some in China point out that it is contradictory to apply a corporate management system to manufacturing innovation centers established to play a role for the common interest of the industry. In addition, given the level of development of Chinese companies, it may not be sustainable to continue operations based on profit gained from commissioned research, technology transfer, technology certification testing, and the establishment and utilization of patent pools.
       Third, as seen in some cases of innovation centers for electric vehicle batteries and displays, cooperation and networking between companies can be difficult in sectors where a competitive structure already exists, neither do these seem to have a significant impact on related industries. The United States requires in principle the establishment of manufacturing innovation centers in areas remaining in a pre-competitive state for industrial technology. China, on the other hand, has prepared a list of areas to establish manufacturing innovation centers, based on areas specified within the MIC 2025, but does not make considerations for industrial technology features, such as is required in the U.S.
       Fourth, according to our case analysis, innovation centers for semiconductors and displays are significantly linked to the industrial development strategies of the local government, while the electric vehicle battery innovation center lack in connectivity with local industries. This indicates it is likely that semiconductor and display innovation centers will be able to create synergistic effects in conjunction with intra-regional industrial clusters, while the electric vehicle battery innovation center will have less impact on related industries within Beijing.
       Although some operational results have been achieved in the case of innovation centers for electric vehicle batteries, semiconductors and displays, the limitations described above have led to internal criticism and a call for policy coordination as doubt is cast on whether China’s innovation centers can eventually lead to the establishment of a nationwide network of manufacturing innovation centers, the original goal of this plan. Our expert interviews indicate a consensus for the need of policy coordination is emerging among China’s government agencies, academia and industries.
       Our case studies identify the following opportunities and threats created by the operation of manufacturing innovation centers in China, and industry policies in this area. China originally intended to establish manufacturing innovation centers for the core industrial sectors specified within the MIC 2025 plan, aiming to form a network of innovative players in each industrial sector. But so far, as suggested above, it appears that China’s manufacturing innovation center project will be insufficient to carry out this role in the actual application of policies, both in institutional and system terms. This trial and error in China’s policy operations serves as a positive factor for Korea to maintain the current technological gap with China. However, internal criticism of these policies and the discussion of alternatives in China can be seen as a threat in their potential for improvement, reflecting trial and error.
       In addition, since China holds a comparative advantage over Korea in certain areas within the value chain of the semiconductor industry, it will be necessary to remain cautious of the semiconductor innovation center establishing innovative networks and the current technology gap shrinking in foundry sectors. There is also the concern that Korea’s research and development know-how will be exposed during the process of collaboration between Chinese companies and multinational businesses, such as seen in the case of the display innovation center.
     

  • Global Financial Imbalance: Firm-level Evidence from Korea
    Global Financial Imbalance: Firm-level Evidence from Korea

      Since the global financial crisis, low interest rates have continued throughout the world. However, financial imbalance has deepened as much of the expanded investment during low interest rates did not lead to increased pro..

    Tae Soo Kang et al. Date 2020.05.15

    Business management, Capital market
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    Executive Summary
     
    1. Introduction


    2. Literature Review 


    3. International Comparison 
    3-1. Marginal Company 
    3-2. Share of Marginal Companies
    3-3. Relationship between Marginal Share (10+) and Monetary Policy-Related Interest Rate


    4. Determinant for Marginal Companies in Korea: 2013-2018
    4-1. Data 
    4-2. Empirical Methodology 
    4-3. Empirical Results 


    5. Conclusion 


    References

    Summary

      Since the global financial crisis, low interest rates have continued throughout the world. However, financial imbalance has deepened as much of the expanded investment during low interest rates did not lead to increased productivity. This study focused on the increase of marginal firms as a result of the adverse effects of financial imbalances on firms. The marginal firms were identified based on the company's financial statement, and the share of marginal firms by country was compared and analyzed using Worldscope data. As a detailed analysis on the marginal firms, the impact of borrowing interest rate on the possibility of becoming a marginal company was analyzed in the case of Korea with KED data. According to the international comparison, East Asia including Korea, China and Japan has shown a lower share of marginal companies than Europe, South Asia and Latin America. Empirical results through Panel Logit with Sector Fixed Effect Model show that the borrowing rate has a negative correlation with the probability the company will become a marginal company in the case of Korea. However, the impact of an increase in borrowing rates on the likelihood of becoming a marginal company depends on the degree of financial vulnerability. Specifically, an increase in the borrowing rate has a greater impact on the possibility to become ICR<1 in the companies with higher financial vulnerability indexes.
     

  • Trump Tariff and Firm Relief: Winners and Losers from Steel Tariff Exclusion Req..
    Trump Tariff and Firm Relief: Winners and Losers from Steel Tariff Exclusion Request

       On March 2018, the Trump administration introduced 25 percent tariffs on steel and 10 percent tariffs on aluminum imports. To minimize the adverse effects of these tariffs to downstream US producers who import these p..

    Yeo Joon Yoon and Wongi Kim Date 2020.03.16

    Trade policy, Free trade
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    Executive Summary 


    1. Introduction 


    2. The Exclusion Request 


    3. Data and Estimation 
    3-1. Data 
    3-2. Model Specification and Estimation 


    4. Estimation Results 
    4-1. Main Results 
    4-2. Additional Analysis


    5. Concluding Remarks


    References 

    Summary

       On March 2018, the Trump administration introduced 25 percent tariffs on steel and 10 percent tariffs on aluminum imports. To minimize the adverse effects of these tariffs to downstream US producers who import these products, the exclusion request that grants tariff exemptions has been also established. In this paper we examined the determinants of the authority’s decisions on the exclusion requests. Our analysis focuses on the political factors. Specifically, we ask whether companies operating business in states where Trump won the majority vote (Trump state) in the 2016 presidential election were more likely to get tariff exemptions. Our estimation result suggests that firms located in Trump states were more likely to be granted exemptions. Especially it appears that the decisions were made based on a dual standard. While firms with lower sales to employment ratios were more likely to be approved for the exclusion requests in Trump states, it was the opposite for firms in non-Trump states.
     

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