- Ph.D. in Economics, University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, USA

- M.A. in Applied Economics, University of Paris-IX, France

- B.A. in Economics, Yonsei University, Korea

- 2023 - present : President, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP).

- 2014 - 2023 : Professor, KDI School of Public Policy and Management

- 2018 - 2019 : Associate Dean, Planning and External Affairs, KDI School

- 2017 - 2018 : Editor-in-Chief, KDI Journal of Economic Policy

- 2015 - 2016 : Executive Director, Center for International Development (CID), KDI

- 2014 - 2015 : Director, Research Division, Center for Regulatory Studies, KDI

- 2011 - 2014 : Professor, Department of Economics, Myongji University.

- 2005 - 2011 : Research Fellow, Department of Industry and Globalization, KDI

[KIEP Publications]

-  “Productivity and Exports in Korea: Comparisons with China and Japan”  World Economy Brief 16-26, KIEP, 2016.10.

-  “Localization Strategies in Response to Recent Changes in the Southeast Asian Labor Market Environment”  (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-24, KIEP, 2015.12.

-  “A Study on Methodologies Measuring Economic Impacts of FTAs”  (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-05, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

-  “Trade Openness, Skill Composition and Wage Inequality in Korea”  (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-09, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

-  “The Impact of Free Trade Agreements on Economic Performance in Korea”  (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-03, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

-  “Lessons from Mexico under NAFTA”  (co-authored), Policy References 12-01, KIEP, 2012.9. (in Korean)

[주요 논문]

- “R&D Spillovers with Endogenous Absorptive Capacity: Lessons for Developing Countries,” East Asian Economic Review(EAER) Vol.20. Nov.2, 2016.

- “The Impact of Free Trade Agreements on Foreign Direct Investment: The Case of Korea” (co-authored), Journal of East Asian Economic(JEAI) Vol.17 No.4, 2013.

- Ph.D. Economics, University of Pennsylvania, 2006

- M.A. Economics, Seoul National University, 1999

- B.A. Economics, Seoul National University, 1997

- 2016.8 ~ Present : Senior Research Fellow, Department of International Macroeconomics and Finance, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP)

- 2018.4 ~ Present : Director General, Department of International Macroeconomics and Finance, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP)

- 2015.7 ~ 2016.6 : Senior Research Fellow, Center for Research on the Economics of Ageing (CREA), Singapore Management University

- 2006.7 ~ 2015.6 : Assistant Professor of Economics, Singapore Management University

[Academic Publications]

- “Entropy-Based Analysis and Bioinformatics-Inspired Integration of Global Economic Information Transfer” (with J. Kim, G. Kim, Y. Kwon, and S. Yoon), PLOS ONE, 8(1):e51986, 2013. 

- “Oil Shocks in a DSGE Model for the Korean Economy” (with H. Kang, in Commodity Prices and Markets, NBER-EASE, Vol.20, ed. by T. Ito and A. Rose, pp.295-321, 2011.

- “Can a Representative Agent Model Represent a Heterogeneous Agent Economy?” (with Y. Chang and S. Kim), American Economic Journal: Macroeconomics 1(2), pp.29-54, 2009.

- “Bayesian Analysis of DSGE Models” (with F. Schorfheide), Econometric Reviews 26(2-4), pp.113-172, 2006. 

- Ph.D. Laws(Major in Chinese Economy), National ChengChi University, Taipei Taiwan, 2004>

- MBA, National ChengChi University, Taipei, Taiwan, 1997

- B.A. Business Chinese, Assumption University, Bangkok, Thailand, 1994

[KIEP Publications]

- “The Chinese Economy’s New Normal: The Way Forward”, KIEP Opinions 57, KIEP, 2015.5. 

- “The Economic Integration of China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong: Implications for Korea’s Trade Policy” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-39, KIEP, 2013.8. (in korean)

- “The Reinforcement of Economic Cooperation among China-Taiwan-Hongkong and its Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-18, KIEP, 2012.12. (in korean)

- “Analysis of Main Texts and Commitment Schedules of China's Previous FTA Service Agreement” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 08-03, KIEP, 2008.12 (in korean)

[Academic Publications]

- “The Impact of Transferring Population on Social and Economic Development in China”, Prospect and Research(展望과 探索), No.1-9, Taipei, 2003.9.

- “The Policy Implications of Division of Labor between Taiwan and Mainland China : in case of Automobile & Computer Industry”, East Asian Quarterly(東亞季刊), No.34, Taipei, 2003.4.

- The Comparison of Korean and Taiwanese Enterprises' Investment in China, Cross Strait Economy and Trade(兩岸經貿), No.86, Taipei,  1999.2.

- “The Study of Korean and Taiwanese Investment Trend in ShanDong & FuJian province in China”, Study of Communist Party Issues(共黨問題硏究), No,24, Taipei, 1998.9.

[Key Research Papers]

- “The Analysis of Trade Balance Changes in Sino-Korean, Korean-Japanese Trade Relations, IIT, KITA, 2007.

- “The Analysis of Sino-Korean Trade Structure of Year 2006, IIT, KITA, 2007.

- “The Development Plans and Policy Implications for 4 Major Economic Zones in China”, IIT, KITA, 2006.

- “Sino-American Trade Issues and its' Implications”, IIT, KITA, 2006.

- “The Inflows of FDI Trend in Tawan and its Implications-in the study of Japanese Investment in Taiwan”, IIT, KITA, 2006.

- “The Development of Major IT Industrial Clusters in China and its' Prospect”, IIT, KITA, 2006

- “The Changes of Chinese Business Environment and its' effects on Korean Companies in China”, IIT, KITA, 2006

- “Business Strategies and its' Implications of Overseas Chinese Enterprises in China”, IIT, KITA, 2005.

- Ph.D. in Economics, Stony Brook University, 2020.

- M.A. in Economics, Yonsei Univesity, 2005.

- B.A. in Political Science, Yonsei University, 1999.

- Research Fellow & Exec. Director of Dept. of Int'l Macro and Fianance, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy, 2025 ~ Present.

- Associate Research Fellow, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy, 2020 ~ 2024.

- Graduate Instructor, Stony Brook University, 2016 ~ 2020.

- Economist, LG Business Research (former LG Economic Research Institute), 2005 ~ 2012.

- Assistant Manager, Shinhan Bank, 2005.

- (2022-Current) Director, Economic and Security Strategy Department, KIEP 

- (2011- Current) Senior Research Fellow, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy 

- (2020-2021), Office of the President, ROK, Assistant Adviser to the President for Economic Affairs 

- 2019, American University, Info Technology & Analytics Visiting Fellow 

- 2018, Director General, New Southern Policy Department, KIEP 

[KIEP Publications]

- “ASEAN Integration: Changing Patterns of Trade and Direct Investment within Southeast Asia and Its Implications” (with Lee Chang Soo, Cheong Jaewan, Lee Jeaho, Kim Jegook), Policy Analyses 15-17, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “Localization Strategies in Response to Recent Changes in the Southeast Asian Labor Market Environment” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-24, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “Reassessment of South Korea's Development Assistance”, KIEP Opinions 72, KIEP, 2015.12. 

- “Study on Korea's Strategies for Recent Change in Labor Market Environment in Southeast Asia” (with Bae Chankwon, Cheong Jeawan, Lee Jaeho, Shin Minhee), Policy Analyses 14-18, KIEP, 2014.12.

- “Financial Inclusion and Microfinance: On the Cases of ODA and Analysis of the Poverty Reduction Effect” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-13, KIEP, 2014.4. 

- “Microfinance and Financial Inclusion: Focusing on the Analysis of ODA Support Cases and Poverty Reduction Effects” (with Lee Jooyoung), ODA Policy Reports 13-05, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “The Healthcare Industry in the MENA Region and Its Policy Implications for Korean Companies” (with Lee Kwonhyuong, Park Jaeeun, Son Seunhyun), Policy Analyses 13-26, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “Environmental ODA to Africa: Policies, Determinants and Implications” (with Jeon Herin), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 13-16, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “Korea’s Cooperation Schemes to Development of Small and Medium Enterprises in Ethiopia” (co authored), World Economy Brief 13-54, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “The Challenges of Korean Development NGOs and Their Comparative Advantages”, KIEP Opinions 19, KIEP, 2013.11.

- “Trends in the African Construction/Plant Building Market and Implications for Korea” (with Park Young-ho, Jang Jong-moon, and Jeon Herin), Policy Analyses 12-25, KIEP, 2012.12..

- “Analysis on Africa’s Development Needs and Korea’s Sectorial Plan for ODA” (with Park Young-ho, Jeong Jisun, Jang Jong-moon, Jeon Hyerin), ODA regional studies 12-04, 2012.12.

- “Benefit-Cost Analysis of ODA Projects” (with Jeon Herin), ODA Policy Reports 12-08, KIEP, 2012.12.

- “Korea’s International Development Cooperation for the Promotion of Ethiopian Small and Medium Enterprises(SMEs)” (with Jeon Herin), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 12-13, KIEP, 2012.12.

- “Regional Difference and Counterfactual Decomposition of Pro-Poor Growth: An Application to Rural Ethiopia”, Working paper 11-06, KIEP, 2011.12.  

[Key Papers]

- “South Korea's Development Assistance and Economic Outreach toward Southeast Asia”, Joint U.S-Korea Academic Studies, 2015

- “Regional Agricultural Endowments and Shifts of Poverty Trap Equilibria: Evidence from Ethiopian Panel Data” (with Stephen C. Smith), Journal of Development Studies, 2013.7.

- “Essays on Poverty and Charity”, Ph.D. Dissertation, George Washington University, 2011

- Ph.D. Applied Economics, University of Minnesota, Saint Paul, U.S.A., 2012

- M.S. Agricultural Economics, Korea University, 2000

- B.S. Agricultural Economics, Korea University, 1998

- 2012.9 ~ Present : Senior Research Fellow, KIEP

- 2000.2 ~ 2005.8 : NH Investment & Futures Corp

[KIEP Publications] 

- “ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community and Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 19-07, KIEP, 2019.12. 

- “Global Investment and Policy Implications in Low-Carbon, Climate-Resilient Infrastructure” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 18-07, KIEP, 2018.12. 

- “Global Application and Economic Analysis of Carbon Pricing for Emissions Reduction” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 17-31, KIEP, 2017.12.

- “International Responses to Transboundary Air Pollution and their Implications” (co-authored), Policy References 17-11, KIEP, 2017.12.

- “Utilization of International Carbon Market under the Paris Agreement”, Policy Analyses 16-14, KIEP, 2016.12.

- “Catalyzing Investment for Renewable Energy in Developing Countries” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-17, KIEP, 2016.6.

- “The Paris Agreement and Implications for Climate Finance”, KIEP Opinions 77, KIEP, 2016.2

- “Comparative Analysis on Climate Support: Key Findings and Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-16, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “Catalyzing Investment for Renewable Energy in Developing Countries: Experiences and Future Tasks” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 15-02, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “Measures to Secure A Stable Supply of Overseas Grain” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-14, KIEP, 2015.7.

- “Measures to Secure A Stable Supply of Grain for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-10, KIEP, 2014.12.

- “A Study on the Governance of Arctic Council and Its Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy References 14-06, KIEP, 2014.12.

- “Recent Movements of Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Implications” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-34, KIEP, 2014.10.

- “Warsaw COP19 Outcomes and Implications of Climate Finance” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-07, KIEP, 2014.2.

- “Comparative Analysis and Implications of Developing Country Risk” (co-authored), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 13-19, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “Air Pollution in Emerging Economies and Its Implications” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-18, KIEP, 2013.4.

- “Trends and Implications in Recent Oil and Gas Demand and Supplies Worldwide: Focusing on Major Producers and Consumers” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-04, KIEP, 2013.1.

[Academic Publications]

- “Soju-Whisky Liquor Tax Dispute and the Impacts of Tax Rate Adjustment” (with Seung-Ryong Yang, Chang-Keun Kwock), KYONG JE HAK YON GU Vol.48 No.1, pp.195-221, 2000. (in Korean)

- “Survey Analysis of the Performance of Agricultural Wholesale and Distribution Center” (with Seung-Ryong Yang), Korean Journal of Agricultural Management and Policy Vol.27 No.2, pp.110-131, 2000. (in Korean)

- “The Welfare Effects of Commodity Price Risk Management Using Futures Markets in Korea” (with Seung-Ryong Yang), Korean Journal of Agricultural Economics Vol.40 No.2, pp.57-83, 1999. (in Korean)

[Presentations]

- “Environmental Impacts of Cellulosic Feedstock Production: A Case Study of a Cornbelt Aquifer” (with Jeffrey Apland, Solomon Folle and David Mulla), Selected Paper at the Agricultural & Applied Economics Association Annual Meeting, Seattle, Washington, 2012.8.

- “Evaluating Policy Options for Mitigating Water Quality Impacts from Cellulosic Feedstock Production” (with Jeffrey Apland, Solomon Folle and David Mulla), Selected Poster at the Biomass 2012 Conference, U.S. Department of Energy's Biomass Program, Washington D.C., 2012.7.

- “Economic and Environmental Impacts of Cellulosic Feedstock Production in Minnesota” (with Solomon Folle, Jeffrey Apland and David Mulla), Selected Poster at the Agricultural & Applied Economics Association Annual Meeting, Denver, Colorado, 2010.7.

[KIEP Publications]

- “Comparative Analysis on Climate Support: Key Findings and Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-16, KIEP, 2015.12 (in Korean)

- “Financing for Sustainable Development in the Post-2015 Era” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-11, KIEP, 2015.6.

- “Green Climate Fund, Pursuing Country Ownership” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-01, KIEP, 2015.1.

- “Study on the Financing for Development in Post-2015 Era: Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-12, KIEP, 2014.12. (in Korean)

- “International Development Cooperation for Urban Response to Climate Change: Issues and Implications” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 14-07, KIEP, 2014.12. (in Korean)

- “Recent Trends and Major Issues in Aid for Trade” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 14-06, KIEP, 2014.12. (in Korean)

- “Mobilizing Resources for a Climate-Resilient Future” (co-authored), KIEP opinions no48, KIEP, 2014.12. 

- “Green Climate Fund: Current Issues and Way Forward for the Successful Operationalization” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-11, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “Korea’s Multilateral Aid: Recent Developments and Future Challenges” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-29, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “International Support for Climate Change Capacity Development and Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 13-06, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “Determinants of International Labor Migration to Korea” (co-authored), Working paper 13-08, KIEP, 2013.12

- “Designing New Climate Regime: An Integrated Solution with Mitigation and Finance Mechanisms” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-34, KIEP, 2013.7.

- “The Least Developed Countries: Key Challenges and the Way Forward for Korea’s Development Cooperation” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-27, KIEP, 2013.6.

- “The Least Developed Countries: Key Challenges and the Way Forward for Korea’s Development Cooperation” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-14, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “Green Economy and Sustainable Development: Issues and Implications for Korea’s ODA Policy” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 12-07, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “Environment and Development: Implications for Korea’s ODA Policy” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 12-06, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “South-South and Triangular Cooperation: Trends and Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 11-17, KIEP, 2011.12. (in Korean)

- “Financing for Development: Progress and Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 11-05, KIEP, 2011.12. (in Korean)

- “Design of Green Climate Fund: Discussion on Monitoring and Evaluation” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 11-04, KIEP, 2011.12. (in Korean)

- “Enhancing the Effectiveness of South Korea’s Multilateral Aid” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 10-26, KIEP, 2010.12. (in Korean)

- “Climate Change Financing for Developing Countries: Issues and Implication” (co-authored), Policy References 10-07, KIEP, 2010.10 (in Korean)

- “OECD DAC Guidelines and Implications for Korea’s ODA Policy” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 09-11, KIEP, 2009.12. (in Korean)

- “The Strategy of Participating in the U.S. Government Procurement” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on international trade and investment 08-01, KIEP, 2008.4. (in Korean)

- “Korea-China FTA: Antidumping” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on international trade and investment 07-01, KIEP, 2007.8. (in Korean)

- “Issues and Evaluation of the Doha Development Agenda Negotiations until 2006: Korea’s Perspective” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 06-04, KIEP, 2006.12. (in Korean)

[Academic Papers]

- “Climate-Related ODA and CO2 Reduction Economic Effects and Determinants” (with Kang, H.), Environmental Policy 24(2): 59-84, 2016.

- “Discussion on Climate Finance: Issues and Perspectives” (with J.-Y. Moon), Journal of Environmental Policy, 14(3): 119-136, 2015.

- “Evaluation System of the Green Climate Fund and its Implication for Korea” (with S. Lim.), Environmental Policy 20(2): 97-125, 2012. 

- Washington State University. School of Economic Sciences. Ph.D. in Economics

- Seoul National University. B.S and M.S in Agricultural and Resource Economics. 

Director, National Center for APEC Studies / 2023.8.29. ~ Present

Director, Pacific Economic Cooperation Council / 2023.8.29. ~ Present

Associate Research Fellow, Department of International Trade Policy / 2019.8.1.~ Present

- M.A. International Commerce, Korea University, 2010

M.A. International Commerce, Korea University

[KIEP Publications] 

- “Study on the Strategies for Mega FTAs: A Comparative Analysis of TBT Chapters of Korea’s FTAs”, Policy References 16-04, KIEP, 2016.9. (in Korean)  

SOAS, University of London, Development Economics (MSc)

SOAS, University of London, Economics (BSc)

Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), Researcher

- Ph.D. Economics, University of Pennsylvania, 2006

- M.A. Economics, Seoul National University, 1999

- B.A. Economics, Seoul National University, 1997

- 2016.8 ~ Present : Senior Research Fellow, Department of International Macroeconomics and Finance, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP)

- 2018.4 ~ Present : Director General, Department of International Macroeconomics and Finance, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP)

- 2015.7 ~ 2016.6 : Senior Research Fellow, Center for Research on the Economics of Ageing (CREA), Singapore Management University

- 2006.7 ~ 2015.6 : Assistant Professor of Economics, Singapore Management University

[Academic Publications]

- “Entropy-Based Analysis and Bioinformatics-Inspired Integration of Global Economic Information Transfer” (with J. Kim, G. Kim, Y. Kwon, and S. Yoon), PLOS ONE, 8(1):e51986, 2013. 

- “Oil Shocks in a DSGE Model for the Korean Economy” (with H. Kang, in Commodity Prices and Markets, NBER-EASE, Vol.20, ed. by T. Ito and A. Rose, pp.295-321, 2011.

- “Can a Representative Agent Model Represent a Heterogeneous Agent Economy?” (with Y. Chang and S. Kim), American Economic Journal: Macroeconomics 1(2), pp.29-54, 2009.

- “Bayesian Analysis of DSGE Models” (with F. Schorfheide), Econometric Reviews 26(2-4), pp.113-172, 2006. 

[KIEP Publications]

- “Productivity and Exports in Korea: Comparisons with China and Japan” World Economy Brief 16-26, KIEP, 2016.10.

- “Localization Strategies in Response to Recent Changes in the Southeast Asian Labor Market Environment” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-24, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “A Study on Methodologies Measuring Economic Impacts of FTAs” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-05, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “Trade Openness, Skill Composition and Wage Inequality in Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-09, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “The Impact of Free Trade Agreements on Economic Performance in Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-03, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “Lessons from Mexico under NAFTA” (co-authored), Policy References 12-01, KIEP, 2012.9. (in Korean)

[주요 논문]

- “R&D Spillovers with Endogenous Absorptive Capacity: Lessons for Developing Countries,” East Asian Economic Review(EAER) Vol.20. Nov.2, 2016.

- “The Impact of Free Trade Agreements on Foreign Direct Investment: The Case of Korea” (co-authored), Journal of East Asian Economic(JEAI) Vol.17 No.4, 2013.

- Ph.D. Economics, George Washington University
- M.S. Economics, University of Texas, Austin 

- (2022-Current) Director, Economic and Security Strategy Department, KIEP (2022-Current)

- (2011- Current) Senior Research Fellow, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy

- (2020-2021) Office of the President, ROK, Assistant Adviser to the President for Economic Affairs

- 2019  American University, Info Technology & Analytics Visiting Fellow

- 2018 Director General, New Southern Policy Department, KIEP

- (2016-Current) Director of National Center for APEC Studies, KIEP

- (2016-Current) Director, Korea National Committee for Pacific Economic cooperation

[KIEP Publications]

- “ASEAN Integration: Changing Patterns of Trade and Direct Investment within Southeast Asia and Its Implications” (with Lee Chang Soo, Cheong Jaewan, Lee Jeaho, Kim Jegook), Policy Analyses 15-17, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “Localization Strategies in Response to Recent Changes in the Southeast Asian Labor Market Environment” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-24, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “Reassessment of South Korea's Development Assistance”, KIEP Opinions 72, KIEP, 2015.12. 

- “Study on Korea's Strategies for Recent Change in Labor Market Environment in Southeast Asia” (with Bae Chankwon, Cheong Jeawan, Lee Jaeho, Shin Minhee), Policy Analyses 14-18, KIEP, 2014.12.

- “Financial Inclusion and Microfinance: On the Cases of ODA and Analysis of the Poverty Reduction Effect” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-13, KIEP, 2014.4. 

- “Microfinance and Financial Inclusion: Focusing on the Analysis of ODA Support Cases and Poverty Reduction Effects” (with Lee Jooyoung), ODA Policy Reports 13-05, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “The Healthcare Industry in the MENA Region and Its Policy Implications for Korean Companies” (with Lee Kwonhyuong, Park Jaeeun, Son Seunhyun), Policy Analyses 13-26, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “Environmental ODA to Africa: Policies, Determinants and Implications” (with Jeon Herin), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 13-16, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “Korea’s Cooperation Schemes to Development of Small and Medium Enterprises in Ethiopia” (co authored), World Economy Brief 13-54, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “The Challenges of Korean Development NGOs and Their Comparative Advantages”, KIEP Opinions 19, KIEP, 2013.11.

- “Trends in the African Construction/Plant Building Market and Implications for Korea” (with Park Young-ho, Jang Jong-moon, and Jeon Herin), Policy Analyses 12-25, KIEP, 2012.12..

- “Analysis on Africa’s Development Needs and Korea’s Sectorial Plan for ODA” (with Park Young-ho, Jeong Jisun, Jang Jong-moon, Jeon Hyerin), ODA regional studies 12-04, 2012.12.

- “Benefit-Cost Analysis of ODA Projects” (with Jeon Herin), ODA Policy Reports 12-08, KIEP, 2012.12.

- “Korea’s International Development Cooperation for the Promotion of Ethiopian Small and Medium Enterprises(SMEs)” (with Jeon Herin), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 12-13, KIEP, 2012.12.

- “Regional Difference and Counterfactual Decomposition of Pro-Poor Growth: An Application to Rural Ethiopia”, Working paper 11-06, KIEP, 2011.12.  

[Key Papers]

- "The Future Direction of Republic of Korea and Mekong Cooperation in a Climate of U.S.-China Competition", Asia Policy, Vol 17. No.2, 2022

- “South Korea's Development Assistance and Economic Outreach toward Southeast Asia”, Joint U.S-Korea Academic Studies, 2015

- “Regional Agricultural Endowments and Shifts of Poverty Trap Equilibria: Evidence from Ethiopian Panel Data” (with Stephen C. Smith), Journal of Development Studies, 2013.7.

- “Essays on Poverty and Charity”, Ph.D. Dissertation, George Washington University, 2011

- Ph.D. Applied Economics, University of Minnesota, Saint Paul, U.S.A., 2012

- M.S. Agricultural Economics, Korea University, 2000

- B.S. Agricultural Economics, Korea University, 1998

- 2020.7 ~ Present : Head of Global Cooperation Strategy Team, KIEP

- 2012.9 ~ Present : Research Fellow, KIEP

- 2000.2 ~ 2005.8 : NH Investment & Futures Corp

[KIEP Publications] 

- “ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community and Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 19-07, KIEP, 2019.12. 

- “Global Investment and Policy Implications in Low-Carbon, Climate-Resilient Infrastructure” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 18-07, KIEP, 2018.12. 

- “Global Application and Economic Analysis of Carbon Pricing for Emissions Reduction” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 17-31, KIEP, 2017.12.

- “International Responses to Transboundary Air Pollution and their Implications” (co-authored), Policy References 17-11, KIEP, 2017.12.

- “Utilization of International Carbon Market under the Paris Agreement”, Policy Analyses 16-14, KIEP, 2016.12.

- “Catalyzing Investment for Renewable Energy in Developing Countries” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-17, KIEP, 2016.6.

- “The Paris Agreement and Implications for Climate Finance”, KIEP Opinions 77, KIEP, 2016.2

- “Comparative Analysis on Climate Support: Key Findings and Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-16, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “Catalyzing Investment for Renewable Energy in Developing Countries: Experiences and Future Tasks” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 15-02, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “Measures to Secure A Stable Supply of Overseas Grain” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-14, KIEP, 2015.7.

- “Measures to Secure A Stable Supply of Grain for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-10, KIEP, 2014.12.

- “A Study on the Governance of Arctic Council and Its Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy References 14-06, KIEP, 2014.12.

- “Recent Movements of Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Implications” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-34, KIEP, 2014.10.

- “Warsaw COP19 Outcomes and Implications of Climate Finance” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-07, KIEP, 2014.2.

- “Comparative Analysis and Implications of Developing Country Risk” (co-authored), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 13-19, KIEP, 2013.12.

- “Air Pollution in Emerging Economies and Its Implications” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-18, KIEP, 2013.4.

- “Trends and Implications in Recent Oil and Gas Demand and Supplies Worldwide: Focusing on Major Producers and Consumers” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-04, KIEP, 2013.1.

[Academic Publications]

- “Soju-Whisky Liquor Tax Dispute and the Impacts of Tax Rate Adjustment” (with Seung-Ryong Yang, Chang-Keun Kwock), KYONG JE HAK YON GU Vol.48 No.1, pp.195-221, 2000. (in Korean)

- “Survey Analysis of the Performance of Agricultural Wholesale and Distribution Center” (with Seung-Ryong Yang), Korean Journal of Agricultural Management and Policy Vol.27 No.2, pp.110-131, 2000. (in Korean)

- “The Welfare Effects of Commodity Price Risk Management Using Futures Markets in Korea” (with Seung-Ryong Yang), Korean Journal of Agricultural Economics Vol.40 No.2, pp.57-83, 1999. (in Korean)

[Presentations]

- “Environmental Impacts of Cellulosic Feedstock Production: A Case Study of a Cornbelt Aquifer” (with Jeffrey Apland, Solomon Folle and David Mulla), Selected Paper at the Agricultural & Applied Economics Association Annual Meeting, Seattle, Washington, 2012.8.

- “Evaluating Policy Options for Mitigating Water Quality Impacts from Cellulosic Feedstock Production” (with Jeffrey Apland, Solomon Folle and David Mulla), Selected Poster at the Biomass 2012 Conference, U.S. Department of Energy's Biomass Program, Washington D.C., 2012.7.

- “Economic and Environmental Impacts of Cellulosic Feedstock Production in Minnesota” (with Solomon Folle, Jeffrey Apland and David Mulla), Selected Poster at the Agricultural & Applied Economics Association Annual Meeting, Denver, Colorado, 2010.7.

- Ph.D in Economics, Dept. Applied Economics, Oregon State University, USA, 2014 

- M.A. in Economics, Dept. Agricultural Economics, Seoul National University, 2007

- B.A. in Economics, Dept. Agricultural Economics, Seoul National University, 2005

[KIEP Publications]

- “North Korea's Trade with China in 2015: Analysis and Forecasts” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-18, KIEP, 2016.7. 

- “The Changing Structure of Economic Cooperation between China and North Korea” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-15, KIEP, 2016.6. 

- “Economic Cooperation between North Korea and China, and Implications for Inter-Korean Economic Cooperation” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-13, KIEP, 2015.12. (in Korean) 

- “Determining Factors and the Effects of Trade on Economic Growth in North Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-01, KIEP, 2015.7. (in Korean) 

- “Strengthening Complementary Textile Production System between North Korea and China”, KIEP Opinions 63, KIEP, 2015.7. 

- Ph.D. Economics, The State University of New York at Buffalo, 2019

- M.A. Economics, University of Seoul, 2009

- B.A. Economics, University of Seoul, 2007

- 2019. 7 ~ Present: Research Fellow of Americas Team, KIEP

- 2021. 9 ~ 2023. 5: Director of External Cooperation, Korean Association of Lusophone Area Studies

- 2009. 4 ~ 2012. 5: National Pension Research Institute (Research Assistant) 

[KIEP Publications]

- "Income and consumption inequality in Latin America and policy implications for South Korea" (co-authored), KIEP Policy Analyses, 2021.

- "Economic integration of MERCOSUR and Pacific Alliance and its implications for Korea" (co-authored), KIEP Policy Analyses, 2020

- "An effect of US-China rivalry on Latin America and its implication" (co-authored), KIEP Policy Analyses, 2020.

- "Defined contribution funded social security and labor supply: focus on Mexican social security reform in 1997" KIEP Working paper 20-03, 2020.

- "Chilean constituent assembly election results and prospects", KIEP World Economic Focus, 2021.

- "Brazil's National Energy Plan 2050 and its evaluation", KIEP World Economic Focus, 2021.

- "Relative Poverty and Consumption Inequality behind Massive Protests in Chile", KIEP Opinions, 2021.

- "The Effects of US-China Rivalry on Latin America and Their Implications", KIEP World Economy Brief, 2021.

- "The Pacific Alliance and South Korea as an Associate Member of the Alliance", KIEP Opinions, 2019.

- Ph.D. Candidate International Relations, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies 

- M.A. Economics, Inha University

- B.A. Economics, Inha University

[KIEP Publications]

- “An Analysis on Japan’s E-Commerce Market and its Policy Implications”, Policy References 16-10, KIEP, 2016.9. (in korean) 

- “A Study on Japan's Regulatory Reform in the era of low growth” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-14, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

- “Consumer Market Characteristics of Emerging Cities in China and Its Implications” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-13, KIEP, 2015.7.

- “Japan’s FTA Strategy and Its Implications for Korea” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-06, KIEP, 2015.3.

- “Characteristics of Emerging Cities in China and Corporate Strategy to Enter the Market” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-15, KIEP, 2014.12. (in korean)

- “A Study on Japan’s FTA Strategy and Its Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-13, KIEP, 2014.12 (in korean)

- “A Study on Japanese Fiscal Sustainability and Fiscal Discipline” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-06, KIEP, 2014.1.

- “A study on Japanese fiscal sustainability and fiscal discipline” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-23, KIEP, 2013.12. (in korean)

- “In Search of New Economic Path of Japan in the Post-Global Financial Crisis” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-43, KIEP, 2013.9. 

- “Japan's Economic Cooperation with China in the G-2 Era and Its Implications for Korea” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-33, kKIEP, 2013.7.

- “Abenomics and Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-12, KIEP, 2013.3. 

- “Japan’s Economic Cooperation with China in the Era of G-2 and Its Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-15, KIEP, 2012.12. (in korean)

- “Analysis on the Competitiveness of Japanese Manufacturing Industry” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 11-18, KIEP, 2011.12. (in korean)

- “Evaluation and Future Tasks of the East Asian Development Model: Focusing on the Comparison with the Anglo-American Model” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 11-08, KIEP, 2011.12 (in korean)

- “A Study on Japan’s Expanding Strategy into Asia’s Emerging Markets” (co-authored), Policy References 11-01, KIEP, 2011.5. (in korean)

- “Impact of Japan’s Earthquake on East Asia’s Production Network” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 11-01, 2011.5.

- “How to Promote Environmental Cooperation?: A Case Study on Japan and EU” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 10-14, KIEP, 2010.12. (in korean)

- “A Study on Japan's Low Carbon Strategy” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 09-19, KIEP, 2009.12. (in korean)

- “International Trends in Post-2012 Climate Change Negotiations and their Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 09-01, KIEP, 2009.8. (in korean)

- “A study on how to promote cooperation between Korea and Japan in enhancing energy efficiency” (co-authored), Policy References 08-04, KIEP, 2008.12 (in korean)

- “A Comparative Study of the Production Networks of Korea's and Japan's Automobile Industries in Northeast Asia” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 07-10, KIEP, 2007.12. (in korean)

- “Korea's Mid- to Long-Term Economic Strategy for Japan” (co-authored), Policy References 07-14, KIEP, 2007.12. (in korean) 

- “A Study on Japan's Economic Reform and Its Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 06-12, KIEP, 2006.12. (in korean)

- “Japanese Safeguard Guidelines against Hostile M&As and its Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy References 06-05, KIEP, 2006.5. (in korean)

- “Evaluation on the Debate on NEADB and its Implications for Northeast Asian Development”, Policy Analyses 04-19, KIEP, 2004.12. (in korean)

- “The Burst of the Asset Bubble and Financial Distress: Japan's Experience and Its Implication for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 03-10, KIEP, 2003.12. (in korean)

- “The Assessment & Implication of OECD Recvommendations on Korea's Financial and Capital market” (co-authored), Policy References 00-03, KIEP, 2000.12. (in korean)

- “OECD Principles of Corporate Governance and Lessons for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 99-01, KIEP, 1999.7. (in korean)

- “Foreign Direct Investment Policy: Policies of Foreign Countries and their Lessons for Korea - Industrial Free Zone-” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 98-10, KIEP, 1998.12. (in korean)

- “Foreign Direct Investment Policy: Policies of Foreign Countries and their Lessons for Korea - Investment Incentives-” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 98-09, KIEP, 1998.12. (in korean)

- M.A. Econmics, Choong-Ang University, 2006

- B.A. Economics, Choong-Ang University, 2004

[KIEP Publications]

- “A Review on Korea, China and Japan's Comparative Advantage in the IT Services Sector: Focusing on Productivity Analysis” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-07, KIEP, 2015.4.

- “Issues of International Digital Trade and Their Policy Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-18, KIEP, 2015.12. (in Korean)

- “Study on the Strategies for the Enhancement of International Competitiveness of the Kaesong Industrial Complex” (co-authored), Policy References 14-05, KIEP, 2014.12. (in Korean)

- “Cooperation between North Korea and China in Tourism and Policy Implication” (co-authored), Policy References 13-11, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “A Review on a Comparative Advantage in IT Service Sector among Korea-China-Japan: Focusing on Productivity Analysis” (co-authored), Policy References 13-12, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “Trilateral Economic Cooperation: Proposal for Enhancing Economic Cooperation Dialogue Channels among China, Japan, and Korea” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-20, KIEP, 2013.5.

- “Customs Administration Cooperation between Korea-China-Japan for Trade Facilitation: Strategy for Mutual Recognition of AEO between Korea-China-Japan” (co-authored), CNAEC Pesearch Series 10-01, KIEP, 2010.8. (in Korean)

- “Comparison of Competitiveness among Korea-China-Japan on Business Service by Analysis of the Determinant for FDI” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 09-05, KIEP, 2009.12. (in Korean)

- “Strategies for Korea's Financial and Logistical Hub by Comparing with China” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 07-09, KIEP, 2007.12. (in Korean)

- “Northeast Energy Cooperation: Change of International Energy Market and Korea's strategies”, Monthly KIEP World Economy, 2006.12. 

[KIEP Publications]

- “Employment Policies Amid Low Growth: Case Studies of European Countries” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-23, KIEP, 2016.10. (in korean)

- “Employment Policies in Low Growth Period: Case Studies and Empirical Analyses on European Countries” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-21, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

- “Harmonizing Social Welfare and Economic Growth: Case Studies of European Countries and implication for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-24, KIEP, 2013.12. (in korean)

- “Financial Supervisory and Regulatory Reform of the EU after the Global Financial Crisis” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-16, KIEP, 2013.4.

- “Reforms in Economic Governance of Eurozone after the Debt Crisis and Lessons for Korean Economy” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-09, KIEP, 2013.3.

- “Causes of the European Debt Crisis and Reform of the European Governance” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-12, KIEP, 2012.12. (in korean)

- “Financial Regulatory Reform of the EU after the Global Financial Crisis” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-29, KIEP, 2012.12. (in korean)

- “Renewable Energy Policy in Germany and Its Implications for Korea” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on regional studies 10-04, KIEP, 2010.10

- “The Review of the History and Structure of 'New Energy Policy' of European Union Since 2005”  (co-authored), KIEP working papers on regional studies 10-01, KIEP,2010.4. (in korean)

- “The Relationship between Outward Direct Investment and Exports in the German Manufacturing Sector” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on regional studies 09-01, KIEP, 2009.8. (in korean)

- Ph.D. Economics, Seoul National University, 2021

- M.A. Regional Studies, Seoul National University, 2009

- B.A. Naval Architect & Ocean Engineering, Seoul National University, 2001

- 2009.11 ~ Present : KIEP

- 2001.1 ~ 2006.08: Hyundai Heavy Industry

[KIEP Publications]

- “New Industrial Policy of Major South American Countries and Policy Suggestions for Industrial Cooperation” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-22, KIEP, 2015.12. (in Korean)

- “Mexican Economy on the Riseand Expanding Korea-Mexico Economic Cooperation” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-20, KIEP, 2014.12. (in Korean)

- “The Factors of Underperformance of Korea’s Exports to Latin America and Policy Implications” (co-authored), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 14-05, KIEP, 2014.12. (in Korean)

- “Analysis on Latin America’s Aid Demand and Suggestions for the Priority Sectors” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-04, KIEP, 2014.1.

- “The Northeast Region of Brazil:Its Investment Environment and Ways to Expand Korea’s Participation” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-02, KIEP, 2014.1.

- “The Rise of Multilatinas in Latin America and the Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-28, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “The Northeast Region of Brazil: Its Investment Environment and Ways to Expand Korea's Participation” (co-authored), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 12-14, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “How to Promote Economic Cooperation with Resource-Abundant Andean countries: Focus on Venezuela, Ecuador, and Bolivia” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-29, KIEP, 2013.7.

- “Analysis on Latin America’s Aid Demand and Suggestions for the Priority Sectors” (co-authored), ODA regional studies 12-03, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “How to Promote Economic Cooperation with Resource-abundant Andean Countries: Focus on Venezuela, Ecuador, and Bolivia” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-23, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “Latin America’s Plant Construction Market: Its Characteristics and Way to Expand Korea’s Participation” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 10-17, KIEP, 2010.12. (in Korean)

- “Korea’s New Scheme for Enhancing Economic Cooperation” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 10-18, KIEP, 2010.12. (in Korean)

- Ph.D/M.A Candidate Economics, University of Seoul, 2015 

- B.A. Economics, University of Seoul, 2012

[KIEP Publications]

- “ASEAN Integration: Changing Patterns of Trade and Direct Investment within Southeast Asia and Its Implication” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-17, KIEP, 2015.12

- Ph.D. Economics, University of Southern California, 2020

- M.A. Economics, Yonsei University, 2014

- B.A. Economics, Yonsei University, 2012

- 2020 ~ Present : Associate Research Fellow, Center for International Development Cooperation, Korea Institute of (KIEP) 

-Dissertation: Three Essays on Human Capital and Family Economics

[KIEP Publications]

- “A Study on Aid Predictability: Focusing on Multi-year Rolling Planning and Budgeting Framework”  (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 13-01, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “Study on Korea’s ODA for Fragile States in Asia”  (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-01, KIEP, 2015.12. (in Korean)

- “Comparative Analysis on Climate Support: Key Findings and Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-16, KIEP, 2015.12. (in Korean)

- “Study on the Financing for Development in Post-2015 Era: Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-12, KIEP, 2014.12. (in Korean)

- “Korea's Multilateral Aid: Recent Developments and Future Challenges” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-29, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “Ways to Improve Korea's ODA Policy Derived from European Experience” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-41, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “Key Development Needs in Southeast Asia and Priority Sectors of Korean ODA” (co-authored), ODA regional studies 12-01, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “The Least Developed Countries: Key Challenges and the Way Forward for Korea’s Development Cooperation” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-14, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “Trends in Korean Public Opinion about Foreign Aid”  (co-authored), Policy References 11-02, KIEP, 2012.1. (in Korean)

- “South-South and Triangular Cooperation: Trends and Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 11-17, KIEP, 2011.12. (in Korean)

- “China’s Aid Policy and Strategy”  (co-authored), Policy References 10-10, KIEP, 2011.1. (in Korean)

- “Development and Development Cooperation of ASEAN from Koreans’ Viewpoints”  (co-authored), Policy References 10-26, KIEP, 2010.12. (in Korean)

- “China's Aid Policy and Strategy”  (co-authored), Policy References 10-10, KIEP, 2010.12. (in Korean)

- “OECD DAC Guidelines and Implications for Korea's ODA Policy” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 09-11, KIEP, 2009.12. (in Korean)

- “The Nordic experiences in aid untying: policy implications for South Korea”  (co-authored), Policy References 09-01, KIEP, 2009.6. (in Korean)

- “Korea's Economic Cooperation Strategies toward Latin America: A Perspective from Its IDB Membership” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 08-17, KIEP, 2008.12. (in Korean)

- “Korea's Mid- to Long-Term Economic Strategy for the ASEAN”  (co-authored), Policy References 07-15, KIEP, 2007.12. (in Korean)

- “Overall Strategy for Korean ODA Reform” (co-authored), Policy Analysis 06-03, KIEP, 2006.12. (in Korean)

- “Challenges and Future Prospects for East Asia Summit”  (co-authored), Policy References 05-01, KIEP, 2005.12. (in Korean)

- “The Evolution of ASEAN Plus Three Framework and Its Future Challenges” (co-authored), Policy Analysis 05-16, KIEP, 2005.12. (in Korean)

- “ASEAN’s Economic Integration: Recent Development and Policy Integration” (co-authored), Policy Analysis 03-08, KIEP, 2003.12. (in Korean)

- “An Assessment of Trade and Development Issues in the Doha Round” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 02-07, KIEP, 2002.12. (in Korean)

- “Industrial Development and Trade patterns in Southeast Asia” (co-authored), Policy Analysis 02-15, KIEP, 2002.12. (in Korean)

- “Singapore's Development Strategy and Economic Growth : Performance and Challenges”, Policy Analyses 01-08, KIEP, 2001.12. (in Korean)

- “Official Development Assistance : Trend and Issues of DAC Members” (co-authored), Working paper 99-16, KIEP, 1999.9. (in Korean)

- “Reform of State Owned Enterprises in Vietnam”, Policy Analyses 97-12, KIEP, 1997.12. (in Korean)

[Key Papers]

- “Green Growth : Global Cooperation”, National Research Council for Economics Humanities and Social Sciences, 2011.

- “Korean Assistance to Southeast Asia” (edited by David I. Steinberg), Korea's Changing Roles in Southeast Asia, 2010.

- “Korea’s Policy to Join the OECD DAC : Challenges and Prospects”, International Development and Cooperation Review Vol.1, KAIDEC, 2009. (in Korean)

- "East Asian Regionalism Focusing on ASEAN Plus Three", The Journal of East Asian Affairs Vol.18, No.1, 2004.

- "Toward a Comprehensive Partnership: ASEAN-Korea Economic Cooperation", East Asian Review Vol.16 No.4, 2004.

[Book]

- 『ASEAN-Korea Relation』 (edited by Lee Choong Lyol, Hong Seok-Joon and Youn Dae-yeong), KISEAS, 2015.

- 『East Asian Cooperation in the Glocal Era』 (edited by Seong-Ho Ahn and Byeong-Il Rho), Area Study &Devlopment Series, IASD, 2006.

Ph.D. Economics, University of Houston, 2023

M.A. Economics, Seoul National University, 2016 

B.A. Economics, Sogang University, 2010

- Ph.D. candidates, Economics, Seoul National University, 2018

- M.S. International Development Cooperation, Ewha Womans University, 2011

- B.A. Chinese Language & Literature/Business Administration, Ewha Womans University, 2008

- 2011 ~ Present : Senior Researcher, KIEP Center for International Development Cooperation

- 2019 : Visiting Researcher, World Bank, Development Research Group, Development Impact Evaluation Unit, Washington D.C. 

[KIEP Publications]

- “Catalyzing Investment for Renewable Energy in Developing Countries” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-17, KIEP, 2016.6. 

- “Comparative Analysis on Climate Support: Key Findings and Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-16, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

- “Catalyzing Investment for Renewable Energy in Developing Countries: Experiences and Future Tasks”(co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 15-02, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

-“Green Climate Fund, Pursuing Country Ownership” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-01, KIEP, 2015.1.

- “International Development Cooperation for Urban Response to Climate Change: Issues and Implications” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 14-07, KIEP, 2014.12. (in korean)

- “Green Climate Fund: Current Issues and Way Forward for the Successful Operationalization” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-11, KIEP, 2013.12. (in korean)

- “International Support for Climate Change Capacity Development and Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 13-06, KIEP, 2013.12. (in korean)

- “Environment and Development: Implications for Korea's ODA Policy”(co-authored), ODA Policy Reports 12-06, KIEP, 2012.12. (in korean)

• M.P.P., Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, University of Virginia, 2013
• B.A. Economics, University of Virginia, 2012

• Feasibility Study on COVID-19 Response and Recovery Programme, FAO, 2022.11.
• Learning from Each Other: Social Protection and Labor and the Global South, World Bank, 2012.11.

- M.A. Economics, Sookmyung Women's University, 2012

- B.A. Economics, Sookmyung Women's University, 2009

[KIEP Publications]

- “Modinomics and Its Implication for Korea - India Cooperation” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-19, KIEP, 2016.8.

- “Indian Modi Government’s Economic Development Policy and Implication for Cooperation between Korea and India” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-15, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

- “Comovement of Key Economic Indicators among South Asian Countries” Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 15-13, KIEP, 2015.12. 

- “Effect of India's Expansion of FTA on the Korea-India Trade” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-19, KIEP, 2014.12. (in korean)

- “The 40 Year Anniversary of Korea-India Amity: Evaluation and Prospects of Trade Sector” (co-authored), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 13-05, KIEP, 2013.12.

- Ph.D. in Economics, Stony Brook University, 2020.

- M.A. in Economics, Yonsei Univesity, 2005.

- B.A. in Political Science, Yonsei University, 1999.

- Research Fellow & Exec. Director of Dept. of Int'l Macro and Fianance, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy, 2025 ~ Present.

- Associate Research Fellow, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy, 2020 ~ 2024.

- Graduate Instructor, Stony Brook University, 2016 ~ 2020.

- Economist, LG Business Research (former LG Economic Research Institute), 2005 ~ 2012.

- Assistant Manager, Shinhan Bank, 2005.

Ph.D., Economics, University of Southern California, CA, US, 2024

M.S., Economics, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, US, 2016

M.A., Economics, Boston University, MA, US, 2014

B.A., Economics, Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul, South Korea, 2012

B.A., Business Administration, Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul, South Korea, 2012

- M.A. in Economics, Sogang Univesity, 2023.

- B.A. in International Trade, Myoungji University, 2020.

- Analysis of Artificial Intelligence Exposure Across Industries, Baek and Lee, East Asian Economic Review, March 2025 Volume 29 Number 1.

- Developing an International Macroeconomic Forecasting Model Based on Big Data, Yaein Baek et al., KIEP Policy Analyses, 2023.12.

- 2018 Ph.D. Economics, University at Albany

- 2016 M.A. Economics, University at Albany

- 2008 B.A. Economics, Sungkyunkwan University

- 2018.08 ~ Present : KIEP Associate Research Fellow 

- “Essays on Merger and Innovation”, Ph.D. Dissertation, University at Albany, 2018.

PhD in Economic History, London School of Economics and Political Science (2019)

Jang, Y. (2019), "Jews and Koreans in the USSR: Patterns after the Dissolution of the Soviet Union", 디아스포라연구 (Journal of Diaspora Studies) 13(2), 81-114

Jang, Y. (021), "Road Home: The Role of Ethnicity in the Soviet and Post-Soviet Regional Migration", Migration Studies 9(3), 617-648

[Publication]

Peer-Reviewed Journal

"Quasi‐Experimental Evidence on the Effects of Expanding Cash Welfare." (joint with Matthew Freedman) Journal of Policy Analysis and Management (2022).

[Personal Website]

https://yoonjungkim.io/

Ph. D. Economics, UC Davis

M.A. Economics, Sungkyunkwan University

B.A. Economics, Sungkyunkwan University

- 2022.08 ~ Present: KIEP Associate Research Fellow, Americas Team

- 2015.01 ~ 2016.08: KIET Researcher, Trade and Industry Analysis Division

Ph.D. Economics, University College London, 2019

MSc. Econometrics and Mathematical Economics, London School of Economics, 2012

M.A. Economics, Sungkyunkwan University, 2011

B.A. Economics, Sungkyunkwan University, 2009

Associate Research Fellow, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2024 - present

Research Fellow, Bocconi University, 2022 - 2024

Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Copenhagen, 2019 - 2022

- Ph.D. Candidate in Economics, Sogang University, 1998 

- M.A. in Economics, Sogang Univsrsity, 1993 

- B.A. in Economics, Sogang Univsrsity, 1991 

[KIEP Publications]

- “Employment Policies Amid Low Growth: Case Studies of European Countries” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-23, KIEP, 2016.10. (in korean)

- “Оценка текущего российско-корейского экономического сотрудничества и перспективы развития на средне- и долгосрочный период” (co-authored), Policy Reference, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

- “Evaluation of Korea-Russia Economic Cooperation and its mid- to long- term Vision” (co-authored), Policy Reference, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

- “Employment Policies in Low Growth Period: Case Studies and Empirical Analyses on European Countries” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-21, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

- “Policies for Industrial Competitiveness Improvement in Europe and their Implications” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-10, KIEP, 2015.6. (in korean)

- “Harmonizing Social Welfare and Economic Growth: Case Studies of European Countries and Implications for Korea” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-19, KIEP, 2014.5. (in korean)

- “Harmonizing Social Welfare and Economic Growth: Case Studies of European Countries and implication for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-24, KIEP, 2013.12. (in korean)

- “Financial Supervisory and Regulatory Reform of the EU after the Global Financial Crisis” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-16, KIEP, 2013.4. (in korean)

- “Causes of the European Debt Crisis and Reform of the European Governance” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-12, KIEP, 2012.12. (in korean)

- “Financial Regulatory Reform of the EU after the Global Financial Crisis” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-29, KIEP, 2012.12 (in korean)

- “The 20 Years of Korea-Russia Far Eastern Economic Cooperation: new vision and its realization” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 10-16, KIEP, 2010.12. (in korean)

- “International Trends in Post-2012 Climate Change Negotiations and their Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 09-01, KIEP, 2009.8. (in korean)

－“Emerging Central Asia and the Korean Countermeasures” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on regional studies 07-01, KIEP, 2007.4. (in korean)

－ “Strategies for Eastern Russia's Development and the Implications on the Case of Korea's Involvement : Focusing on Energy Sector” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 06-13, KIEP, 2006.12. (in korean)

－ “The Current Status of the Turkish Economy and Economic Cooperation between Korea and Turkey”, KIEP working papers on regional studies 05-01, KIEP, 2005.4. (in korean)

－ “An Estimation of the Equilibrium Exchange Rates of the Major New EU Member States and the Prospects for Joining the EMU” (co-authored), Policy Analysis 04-02, KIEP, 2004.12. (in Korean)

－ “The Current Status of Polish Economy and the Economic Cooperation between Korea and Poland”, Policy References 04-04, KIEP, 2004.11. (in korean)

－ “The Prospects of Trade and FDI in Central and Eastern Europe after EU Enlargement”, KIEP working papers on regional studies 04-02, KIEP, 2004.8. (in korean)

－“EU Enlargement in 2004 and the Changing Landscape of the European Economy” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 03-02, KIEP, 2003.12. (in korean)

－“Lessons from Economic Reform in Hungary: Emphasizing the Financial Sector”, KIEP working papers on regional studies 03-01, KIEP, 2003.7. (in korean)

－“Lessons from financing Restructuring in Central and Eastern Europe: The Cases of Hungary, Poland and the Czech Republic”, Policy Analyses 01-10, KIEP, 2001.12. (in korean)

－“European Economic Environment after the Introduction of the Euro: Recent Developments and Prospects” (co-authored), Policy References 01-01, KIEP, 2001.5. (in korean)

－“Patterns and Performance of External Financing in Transitional Economies” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 00-09, KIEP, 2000.12. (in korean)

－“Reform Experiences in Latin America and Britain: Their Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Working paper 99-01, KIEP, 1999.2. (in korean)

－“The Russian Financial Crisis and Its Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 98-08, KIEP, 1998.12. (in korean)

－“The Introduction of the Euro and its Impact on Korea-EU Trade” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 98-11, KIEP, 1998.12. (in korean)

－ “Foreign Investment in Oil & Gas of Central Asia”, Policy Analyses 97-04, KIEP, 1997.12. (in korean)

－ “Tax System in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan”, (센)조사보고 95-03, KIEP, 1995.12. (in Korean)

－ “Foreign Investment System in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan”, (센)조사보고 94-08, KIEP, 1994.12. (in Korean) 

－ “Handbook of Russian Federation in 1994” (co-authored), (센)편람 94-03, KIEP, 1994.5. (in Korean)

－ “Handbook of Uzbekistan” (co-authored), (센)편람 94-02, KIEP, 1994.5. (in Korean)

－ “Handbook of Kazakhstan” (co-authored), (센)편람 93-05, KIEP, 1993.8. (in Korean)

－ “Handbook of Russian Federation in 1993” (co-authored), (센)편람 93-01, KIEP, 1993.6. (in Korean)

- Ph.D. course work, Economics, University of Hawaii at Manoa, 1999~ 

- M.A. Economics, University of Houston at College Park, 1999

- 2003.3 ~ 2003.6 : Econometircs Instructor at Soong Sil University

- 2001.3 ~ 2002.9 : East West Center (project assistant, Hawaii) 

- 1997.9 ~ 1999.2 : University of Houston (teaching assistant, Texas)

[KIEP Publications]

- “Strengthening U.S. Manufacturing Competitiveness and Its Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-21, KIEP, 2014.12. (in korean)

- "In Search of a New U.S. Economic Path in the Aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis" (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-31, KIEP, 2013.7.

- "In Search of New Economic Path of US in the Post Global Financial Crisis" (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-27, KIEP, 2012.12. (in korean)

- “A Study on Anti-Money Laundering Measures for Professionals and Non-Financial Businesses in Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 05-23, KIEP, 2005.12. (in korean)

- “Development plan and policy implications of Incheon free economic zone”, KIEP Global Economic Review, 2003.9.

[Key papers]

- “Development directions for the major North Korean cities in the context of inter-Korean economic integration”, Korea Research Institute for Human Settlements, 2005.5.

- “Introduction of anti-money laundering schemes for professions and designated non-financial businesses in Korea”, Ministry of Strategy and Finance, 2004.12. 

- “Factor analysis of Rules of origin in FTAs”, Ministry of Strategy and Finance, 2004.8.

- “Have the Internet Change the Wage Structure too?”, Labour Economics Vol.11 Issue1, 2004.2.

- “Revision of FATF 40 Recommendations and its implications in Korea”, Ministry of Strategy and Finance, 2003.11.

- International Relations, Seoul National University, 2006 

- 2016. 3 ~ 2016. 8 : Visiting Fellow, European Central Bank 

- 2011. 3 ~ 2012. 2 : Senior Advisor Ministry of Strategy and Finance

- 2006. 4 ~ Present : Senior Researcher in Europe Team , KIEP

- 2005. 11 ~ 2006. 4 : Research Assistant in Sejong Institute

- 2004. 1 ~ 2004. 7 : Teaching Assistant, Seoul National University

[KIEP Publications]

[KIEP Publications]

- “Employment Policies Amid Low Growth: Case Studies of European Countries” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-23, KIEP, 2016.10. (in korean)

- “Employment Policies in Low Growth Period: Case Studies and Empirical Analyses on European Countries” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-21, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

- “Harmonizing Social Welfare and Economic Growth: Case Studies of European Countries and implication for Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-24, KIEP, 2013.12. (in korean)

- “Financial Supervisory and Regulatory Reform of the EU after the Global Financial Crisis” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-16, KIEP, 2013.4.

- “Reforms in Economic Governance of Eurozone after the Debt Crisis and Lessons for Korean Economy” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-09, KIEP, 2013.3.

- “Causes of the European Debt Crisis and Reform of the European Governance” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-12, KIEP, 2012.12. (in korean)

- “Financial Regulatory Reform of the EU after the Global Financial Crisis” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-29, KIEP, 2012.12. (in korean)

- “Renewable Energy Policy in Germany and Its Implications for Korea” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on regional studies 10-04, KIEP, 2010.10

- “The Review of the History and Structure of 'New Energy Policy' of European Union Since 2005”  (co-authored), KIEP working papers on regional studies 10-01, KIEP,2010.4. (in korean)

- “The Relationship between Outward Direct Investment and Exports in the German Manufacturing Sector” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on regional studies 09-01, KIEP, 2009.8. (in korean)

- MPP. KDI School of Public Policy and Management, 2013  

- B.A. Asian Studies, Cornell University, 2006

[KIEP Publications]

- “The Normalization of US Monetary Policy and Its Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-23, KIEP, 2015.12. (in Korean) 

- M.A. Economics, Yonsei University, 2015 

[KIEP Publications]

- “Recent Development of Labor Mobility in the EU: Comparative study on the British and German Cases” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 16-08, KIEP, 2016.3. 

M.A. International Studies, Yonsei University

B.A. Economics, University of Michigan

- 2014.3 ~ 2015.1 : Korea Development Institute (KDI), Intern

- 2016.7 ~ 2016.12 : Korea Women’s Development Institute (KWDI), Researcher 

- 2017.2 ~ current : Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), Senior Researcher

- M.S. Library and Information Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2010

- B.A. Library and Information Science and Economics, Yonsei University, 2006

- Ph.D., Economics, Syracuse University (2022)

- M.A., Economics, Sogang University (2017)

- B.A., Economics, B.A., Political Science, Sogang University (2015)

- Head, Southeast Asia and Oceania Team, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2024 ~ Present

- Associate Research Fellow, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2022 ~ Present

[Government Delegate]

- Korea-ASEAN Economic Ministers' Meeting 2023, 2024

- Korea-ASEAN Senior Economic Officials' Meeting 2023, 2024

[Government Task Force (TF)]

- Presidential Committee on Agriculture, Fisheries, and Rural Policy. 「Food Industry Export Promotion TF」, 2024.2

[Personal Website]

https://www.namseokkim.com/

[Key Experience]

- 2015.12 ~ 2016.6 : Research Fellow, Center for Asia and Global Economic Order (SSK), Seoul National University 

- 2015.9 ~ 2015.12 : Lecturer, BA, Microeconomics, Myongji University 

- 2015.4 ~ 2015.8 : Research assistant, Center for Asia and Global Economic Order (SSK), Seoul National University 

- 2014.9 ~ 2015.2 : Visiting Student Research Collaborator (Hosting Professor: Gene Grossman), Princeton University 

- 2009.3 ~ 2009.8 : Lecturer, BA, Economics of firms, Sookmyung Women's University

- 2007.8 ~ 2008.8 : Teaching assistant, Department of Economics, Seoul National University 

- 2007.9 ~ 2008.1 : Research assistant, Division of Program Evaluation, The National Assembly Budget Office (NABO)

<[Awards]

- 2015 Best Paper Award, College of Social Sciences, Seoul National University  

[Key Papers]

- “Multi-brand Firms and Brand Acquisition: The Impact of Trade Liberalization on Reallocation of Brand Equity”, Ph.D. Dissertation, Seoul National University, 2015. 

- “Vertical Integration for Quality Signaling” (with Jee-Hyeong Park), Seoul Journal of Economics Vol.23 No.4, pp.533-567, 2010. 

- “Vertical Integration for Quality Signaling”, M.A. Dissertation, Seoul National University, 2008. 

- Ph.D. Politics, University of Bristol

- M.A. International Studies, Sookmyung Women’s University

- B.A. Mass Communications, Sookmyung Women’s University

- 2019.1 ~ current: Research Fellow, KIEP 

- 2018.9 ~ 2018.12: Senior Researcher, Institute for East Asian Studies, Sogang University

- 2017.6 ~ 2018.8: Research Professor, Institute for East Asian Studies, Sogang University

- 2017.3 ~ 2017.6: Lecturer, Sookmyung Women’s University 

- 2014.3 ~ 2016.8: Senior Researcher, Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the Republic of Singapore 

- 2010.6 ~ 2011.4: Visiting Fellow, Centre for Strategic International Studies (Jakarta) 

"ASEAN-ROK Partnership: What's Next After the New Southern Policy?" (2022,.8.11) KIEP Opinions No. 244.

"Australia’s Strategic Responses to the US-China Rivalry and Implications to Korea" (2022.8.1) (co-authored) World Economy Brief 22-30.

"Exploring convergence between the New Southern Policy and U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy: From Korea’s Perspective" (2021.4.8) (co-authored) World Economy Brief 21-19.

"ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific (AOIP) and Korea's New Southern Policy" (2022.3.30) KIEP Opinions No. 183.

"Forging a Partnership between the New Southern Policy and U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy in Southeast Asia." (co-authored) National Research Council for Economics, Humanities and Social Science, 22-06-01

"Evaluation of the New Southern Policy and Directions for Improvement." (co-authored) National Research Council for Economics, Humanities and Social Sciences, 22-20-01

- Ph.D. Candidate in Economics, Sung Kyun Kwan University, 2005

- M.A. in Economics, Sung Kyun Kwan University, 1996

- B.A. in Law, Sung Kyun Kwan University, 1991

- 1992.2 ~ Present : Senior Researcher of Southeast and South Asian Team, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP)

- 1998.7 ~ Present : Current active member of Southeast Asian Team, Korea's Official Pool of Regional Experts (KOPRE) at KIEP

- 2010.12 ~ 2011.6 : Visiting Fellow, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA, Jakarta)

- 2006.9 ~2010.12 : Lecturer in International Studies at Dongguk University 

- 2003.10 ~ 2004.5 : Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Kansai

- 2000.7 ~ 2000.12 : Visiting Fellow, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies (ISEAS)  

[KIEP Publications]

- “ASEAN Integration: Changing Patterns of Trade and Direct Investment within Southeast Asia and Its Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-17, KIEP, 2015.12. (in Korean) 

- “Localization Strategies in Response to Recent Changes in the Southeast Asian Labor Market Environment” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-24, KIEP, 2015.12.

- “Trade Patterns and Determinants of International Specialization Structure between ASEAN and China” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-31, KIEP, 2014.9.

- “China's advance into Emerging Markets - A Focus on ASEAN, Latin America and Africa” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-15, KIEP, 2014.4.

- “Strategies to Strengthen Industrial Cooperation with Major Emerging Countries in Southeast Asia” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-10, KIEP, 2014.3.

- “International Responses to Myanmar’s Transformation” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 14-10, KIEP, 2014.3.

- “China's advance into Emerging Markets and Korea's Response - A Focus on ASEAN, Latin America and Africa” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-19, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “Strategies to Strengthen Industrial Cooperation with Major Emerging Countries in Southeast Asia” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-22, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “Trade Patterns and Determinants of Vertical and Horizontal Intra-industry trade between ASEAN and China” (co-authored), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 13-04, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “Korea’s Development Coopera-tion with the Mekong Region” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-40, KIEP, 2013.9.

- “Myanmar’s Transformation: International Responses and Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Studies in Comprehensive Regional Strategies 12-02, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “Firm Level Productivity and Survey Results for Korean Firms in Vietnam and Indonesia” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 11-22, KIEP, 2011.12. (in Korean)

- “Comparative Study on Development Cooperation of China, Japan and Korea vis-a-vis Cambodia” (co-authored), Policy References 11-17, KIEP, 2011.12. (in Korean)

- “Effective Implementation of Korea-ASEAN FTA: Trade in Goods” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 09-06, KIEP, 2009.12. (in Korean)

- “Korea's FTA Rules of Origin: Review and Future Strategy” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 08-09, KIEP, 2008.12. (in Korean)

- “Intra-industry Trade between Korea and ASEAN Countries: Components and Basic Material Industry” (co-authored), Policy References 08-02, KIEP, 2008.12. (in Korean)

- “Korea's Mid to Long-term Economic Strategy for the ASEAN” (co-authored), Policy References 07-15, KIEP, 2007.12. (in Korean)

- “Management Survey of Korean Firms in India and Strategies for Localization” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 06-14, KIEP, 2006.12. (in Korean)

- “The Mongolian Economy and Directions for Economic Cooperation with Mongolia” (co-authored), Policy References 06-02, KIEP, 2006.8. (in Korean)

- “Current Economic Situation in the ASEAN + 3 (China, Japan and Korea) and Its Economic Relations with Korea” (co-authored), Policy References 04-03, KIEP, 2004.11. (in Korean)

- “GMS Program: 10 Years Estimation and its Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 03-04, KIEP, 2003.12. (in Korean)

- “Singapore's Strategy towards Knowledge-Based Economy and Its Implications”, Policy Analyses 01-01, KIEP, 2001.12. (in Korean)

- “Foreign Exchange Risk Management: Practices and Policies in Japan, Taiwan and Singapore” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 99-04, KIEP, 1999.12. (in Korean)

- “The Current Status of the Vietnamese Economic Reform and the Economic Outlook”, Policy Analyses 97-02, KIEP, 1997.12. (in Korean)

- The Bank of Thailand Visiting Researcher (2007)
- KIEP Researcher of Southeast and South Asian Team (2006.9 ~ Present)

- RoK Mission to ASEAN, Attache(Economics) (2016~2018)

- CSIS, Indonesia, Visiting Researcher(2020)

- depa, Thailand, Visiting Researcher(2020)

- M.A. International Studies, Seoul National University, 2012 

- B.A. Economics, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, 2010

[KIEP Publications]

- “Urbanization and Economic Development in Southeast Asia” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-19, KIEP, 2015.12. (in korean)

- "Localization Strategies in Response to Recent Changes in the Southeast Asian Labor Market Environment" (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-24, KIEP, 2015.12.

- Ph.D/M.A Candidate Economics, University of Seoul, 2015 

- B.A. Economics, University of Seoul, 2012

- 2015.6 ~ Present : Researcher, Southeast Asia and Oceania Team, KIEP 

[KIEP Publications]

- “ASEAN Integration: Changing Patterns of Trade and Direct Investment within Southeast Asia and Its Implication” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 15-17, KIEP, 2015.12

• Ph.D. Economics, Michigan State University, 2017
• M.A. Economics, Seoul National University, 2010 
• B.A. Social Welfare/Economics, Seoul National University, 2007 

[Employment]

• Head of Trade and Investment Policy Team, KIEP, July 2020 - Present

• Research Fellow, KIEP, July 2022 - Present

• Associate Research Fellow, KIEP, July 2017 - July 2022

[KIEP Publications]

(Policy Analyses)

• "The Internationalization of SMEs via Digital Platforms: Findings and Policy Implications" (Lead author), Policy Analyses 21-16, Dec 2021

• "Moderately Prosperous Society in All Respects: An Economic Study of Chinese People's Quality of Life" (Co-author), Policy Analyses 21-14, Dec 2021

• "The Effects of Free Trade Agreements on SME's Employment and Innovation" (Lead author), Long-term Trade Strategies Study Series 20-03, Sept 2021

• "The Effects of the Increase in Korea's Trade with China and Vietnam on Korean Labor Market and Policy Implications" (Lead author), Policy Analyses 20-19, Dec 2020

• "A Study on Policy Directions for the Internationalization of SMEs to Encourage Inclusive Trade" (Lead author), Policy Analyses 19-16, Dec 2019 

• "The Contents of Free Trade Agreements and Their Effects on Trade" (Co-author), Policy Analyses 18-24, Dec 2018

• "Social Cohesion and Implications for Korea's Trade Policy" (Co-author), Policy Analyses 18-31, Dec 2018

(Policy References)

• "The Rise of China and the Rebound in Korea’s Manufacturing Employment"  (Lead author), KIEP Working Paper 18-07, Dec 2018

(Etc.)

• "The Effects of Online Export Promotion Policies for SMEs in Korea", World Economy Brief 22-45, Oct 2022

• "The Effects of Increased Trade with China and Vietnam on Workers' Earnings and Job Security in Korea", World Economy Brief 22-15, Apr 2022

• "The Effects of Free Trade Agreements on SMEs' Direct and Indirect Exports", World Economy Brief 21-08, Mar 2021

• "The Components of Free Trade Agreements and Their Effects on International Trade" (Co-author), World Economy Brief 20-12, June 2020

• "The Impact of China's Rise on the Korean Labor Market and Its Implications", KIEP Opinions No157, Apr 2019

[Journal Article]

• "The Evolution of Earnings Volatility during and after the Great Recession" Industrial Relations, 55.4, 2016.

[Working Paper]

• "The Effects of Job Displacement on Family Expenditures"

• "How Did Men’s Earnings Volatility Change during the Great Recession? A Comparison of Evidence between the PSID and CPS"

- Ph.D. Economics, The Ohio State University, 2019

- M.A. Economics, Yonsei University, 2013

- B.S. Mathematics, B.A. Economics, Highest Honors, Yonsei University, 2011

[Professional Experience]

- 2019.6 ~ Present: Associate Research Fellow of KIEP

[Awards]

- Highest Honors at Graduation, Yonsei University, 2011

- Dissertation: Essays in Information Economics and Bargaining

- Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), 2020

- M.S. in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), 2016

- B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Tsinghua University, 2013

- December 2024 - Present: Associate Research Fellow, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP)

- March 2024 - February 2025: Adjunct Professor, Department of China Trade Studies, Hanyang University 

- June 2021 - December 2024: Research Fellow, Overseas Economic Research Institute, Export-Import Bank of Korea

- August 2020 - June 2021: Postdoctoral Researcher, Industrial and Management Research Institute, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

- “R&D Effects on Firm Productivity, Exports, and OFDI: Korean Firm-Level Analysis” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-08, KIEP, 2014.12. (in Korean)

- “Effects of Trade and Investment Liberalization on Korea’s FDI” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 13-08, KIEP, 2013.12. (in Korean)

- “A study on interaction between economic openness and R&D policies” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 12-05, KIEP, 2012.12. (in Korean)

- “Spillover Effect of Inward Foreign Direct Investment in Korea by FDI Mode” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on international trade and investment 12-01, KIEP, 2012.5. (in Korean)

- “Analyses on Changes in Competitiveness of Korean Product Under Effective FTAs” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on international trade and investment 11-01, KIEP, 2011.12. (in Korean)

- “A Study on the Determinants and Productivity Spillover Effects of Korea’s Intermediate Goods Trade” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 11-13, KIEP, 2011.12. (in Korean)

- “Global Outsourcing: Challenge and Response of Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 07-04, KIEP, 2007.12. (in Korean)

- “The Determinants of Cross-border M&As: the Role of Institutions and Financial Development in Gravity Model” (co-authored), Working paper 07-03, KIEP, 2007.11.  (co-authored), Working paper 07-03, KIEP, 2007.11. (co-authored), Working paper 07-03, KIEP, 2007.11.

- “China-Japan-Korea FTA: Strategies for Korea's Manufacturing Sector” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 05-05, KIEP, 2005.12.

- “The Progress and Future Task of Korea's Financial Globalization since the Financial Crisis” , Working papers, KIEP, 2004.12.

[Key papers]

- “The Effects of Different Types of Firm R&D on Foreign Market Performance: Evidence from Korean Firms” (with Seungrae Lee and Jounwon Lee), Journal of International Trade and Industry Studies, Vol.20, No.2, pp. 29-57, 2015

- “Different Types of Liberalization and Jobs in south Korean Firms” (with Hongshik Lee), Journal of East Asian Economic Integration Vol.19 No.1, pp. 71-97, 2015

- “Technology diffusion and host-country productivity in South-South FDI flow” (with Hongshik Lee and Joonhyung Lee), Japan and the World Economy Vol.33, pp. 1-10, 2015.

- “Revealed Comparative Advantage and Net FDI in Korea” (with Hongshik Lee and So-Young Park), International Area Studies Review, Vol.18, No.2, pp. 263-286, 2014. (in Korean) 

- Ph.D. Candidate Economics, Seoul National University, 2012  

- M.A. Economics, Texas A&M University, 2004

- B.A. Economics, Hanyang University, 2001 

[KIEP Publications]

- Park, Hye-ri (2022), "Trends in Strengthening the U.S. Buy America Policy and Its Implications," World Economy Focus, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP).

- Park, Hye-ri (2021), "The Impact of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) on SMEs and Foreign Policy Cases," World Economy Focus, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP).

- Lee, Cheon-gi et al. (2021), "Trade Law Analysis on the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and Implications for Korean Industries," Today's World Economy, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP).

- "The Performance and Implications of Domestic Complementary Measures for Inclusive Trade," Research Report, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2022. Co-authored.

- "A Study on Responses of SMEs to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)," Research Data, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2021.

- "The Impact of Digital Platform Utilization on SME Internationalization and Policy Implications," Research Report, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2021. Co-authored.

- "The Impact of FTAs on Employment and Innovation of SMEs," Research Report, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2020. Co-authored.

Park, Hye-ri (2021),

- "Trends in Strengthening the Biden Administration's Buy America Policy and Outlook for the Government Procurement Market," World Economy Focus, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP).

- Lee, Kyu-yeob et al. (2020), "The Impact of the International Spread of COVID-19 on the Economy," Today's World Economy, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP).

- Park, Hye-ri (2018), "The Spread of 'Buy National' Policies and Recent Trends in International Government Procurement Discussions," KIEP Basic Data, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP).

- Park, Hye-ri (2019), "Analysis of Korea’s Institutional Competitiveness Using the World Governance Index (WGI)," KIEP Basic Data, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP).

- "The Performance and Implications of Domestic Complementary Measures for Inclusive Trade," Research Report, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2022. Co-authored.

- "A Study on Responses of SMEs to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)," Research Data, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2021.

- "The Impact of Digital Platform Utilization on SME Internationalization and Policy Implications," Research Report, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2021. Co-authored.

- "The Impact of FTAs on Employment and Innovation of SMEs," Research Report, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2020. Co-authored.

- "Analysis of the Opening Status of Emerging Countries' Government Procurement Markets and Implications for SMEs," Research Report, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2019. Co-authored.

- "Determinants of Korea's Import Structure and the Impact on Firm Distribution," Research Report, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), 2016. Co-authored.

- "Key Contents of the Revised Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) and Policy Implications," Today's World Economy 16-04, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), January 2016.

- "APEC's Liberalization Efforts on Environmental Goods" (Co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-04, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), February 2015.

- "Analyzing the Impact of Trade Remedies on Exports and Imports: Focusing on Anti-dumping Measures" (Co-authored), Research Report 14-09, Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), December 2014.

- “APEC’s Liberalization Efforts on Environmental Goods” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 15-04, KIEP, 2015.2.  

- “The Impact of Anti-dumping Measures on Imports and Exports: Evidence from Korea” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 14-09, KIEP, 2014.12. (in Korean)

- “Designing New Climate Regime: An Integrated Solution with Mitigation and Finance Mechanisms” (co-authored), World Economy Brief 13-34, KIEP, 2013.7.

- “APEC Discussions on Environmental Goods and Its Policy Implications for Korea” (co-authored), Policy References 13-01, KIEP, 2013.5. (in Korean)

- “A Study on Competitive Structures to Maximize Effects of Openness” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 11-12, KIEP, 2011.12. (in Korean)

- “Mesuring the Barriers for Service Trade and Its Policy Implications” (co-authored), Policy Analyses 09-09, KIEP, 2009.12. (in Korean)

- “The Strategy of Participating in the U.S. Government Procurement” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on international trade and investment 08-01, KIEP, 2008.4. (in Korean)

- “Korea-China FTA: Antidumping” (co-authored), KIEP working papers on international trade and investment 07-01, KIEP, 2007.8. (in Korean)

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