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Major Issues on Medical Services in DDA Negotiations and Future Policy Implications
June-Dong Kim et al.The Ministerial Declaration of the 4th WTO Ministerial Meeting at Doha in November 2001 announced the launch of the Doha Development Agenda(DDA) to be completed by January 1st, 2005. This study seeks to analyze..
June-Dong Kim et al. Date 2003.12.26
Multilateral negotiationsDownloadContentSummaryJune-Dong Kim et al.
The Ministerial Declaration of the 4th WTO Ministerial Meeting at Doha in November 2001 announced the launch of the Doha Development Agenda(DDA) to be completed by January 1st, 2005. This study seeks to analyze major issues on medical services in DDA negotiations and recommend future policy directions. Medical services are those sectors where foreign providers have not been allowed to freely operate in Korea and thus the DDA negotiations have significant implications for the Korean economy. In order to prepare for the external liberalization in medical services, it is imperative to establish a system for the recognition of competence of foreign medical professionals. It is required to provide a objective evaluation mechanism for the education and training of the foreign license holders. Furthermore, the government needs to upgrade the domestic licensing system by introducing a continuing education for license holders. (The rest is omitted.) -
The 4th World Knowledge Forum: Creating a New World Order and Economy (Volume II)
KIEP Date 2003.12.24
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Structural Reforms and Economic Development : Experiences of the Northeast Asia
The proceedings are made based on the materials presented in the international conference under the joint auspices of Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP) and Korean Economic Development Association (KEDA) in S..
Chan-Hyun Sohn ed. Date 2003.12.24
Economic reformDownloadContentSummaryThe proceedings are made based on the materials presented in the international conference under the joint auspices of Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP) and Korean Economic Development Association (KEDA) in Sept. 26. 2003. It aimed at sharing the experiences of economic reform performed by Korea, Japan and China during the long stagnation in the wake of financial crisis and lessening unnecessary errors, which occur not infrequently in the actual reform processes. Most of all, in the process of the discussion, it is assured it paved way of more deepening economic cooperation among them. -
Specialization and Geographical Concentration in East Asia: Trend and Industry Characteristics
In this paper, we examine changes in patterns of specialization and geographical concentration in East Asia. We found that relative specialization, on average, has decreased in East Asia, implying that the economic structures of E..
Soon-Chan Park Date 2003.12.24
Industrial structureDownloadContentSummaryIn this paper, we examine changes in patterns of specialization and geographical concentration in East Asia. We found that relative specialization, on average, has decreased in East Asia, implying that the economic structures of East Asian countries have been converging. Investigating changes in the industrial characteristics, it is shown that the differences in economies of scale between East Asian countries have been greatly reduced over time. In addition, we also identified that geographical concentration has increased. (The rest is omitted.) -
The Burst of the Asset Bubble and Financial Distress: Japan's Experience and Its Implication for Korea
During the second half of the 1980s, the Japanese economy experienced severe asset price bubbles while overall economic activities became overheated. Stock prices rose sharply by more than three times and commercial land prices sk..
Jonghwa Cho et al. Date 2003.12.24
Financial crisisDownloadContentSummaryDuring the second half of the 1980s, the Japanese economy experienced severe asset price bubbles while overall economic activities became overheated. Stock prices rose sharply by more than three times and commercial land prices skyrocketed more than four times. The main reason for the asset price rise was that the Bank of Japan lowered its interest rates significantly in response to a possible decrease of external demand due to the sharp appreciation of the yen following the Plaza Agreement of September 1985, while financial liberalization had been progressed rapidly. (The rest is omitted.) -
Development of A Northeast Asian Financial Hub in Kore: Cases Studies and Their Implications
An international financial center means the specific area which functions as a center for borrowing and lending of funds. With London and New York at the top, many cities or countries such as Frankfurt, Paris, Chicago, Tokyo, Hong..
Hyungdo Ahn et al. Date 2003.12.24
Financial liberalizationDownloadContentSummaryAn international financial center means the specific area which functions as a center for borrowing and lending of funds. With London and New York at the top, many cities or countries such as Frankfurt, Paris, Chicago, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Singapore have been competing against one another to play a central role in international financial market. Given the situation, it is not enough for Korea to just put emphasis on its potentials as one; rather clear visions, accurate analysis of present conditions, and action plans are in need for Korea to build an international financial center. (The rest is omitted.) -
GMS Program: 10 Years Estimation and its Implications
The Mekong River, the 12th longest river in the world (flowing from Yunnan province, Southern China, to Vietnam) has been both an important resource and an obstacle to the development of infrastructure in the region. With programs..
Jae-Wan Cheong et al. Date 2003.12.24
Economic developmentDownloadContentSummaryThe Mekong River, the 12th longest river in the world (flowing from Yunnan province, Southern China, to Vietnam) has been both an important resource and an obstacle to the development of infrastructure in the region. With programs to construct roads and railroads as well as energy and communication facilities, the region could seek to achieve sustainable economic growth and attract foreign direct investment, narrowing the economic gap between rural and urban areas. (The rest is omitted.) -
Opening of Service Industries in China and Its Implication
Prior to China's entry to the WTO, its service industries were highly protected due to the legacies of its traditional socialist economic system. However, since its admission to the WTO, China has been undertaking radical reform a..
Chang-Kyu Lee et al. Date 2003.12.24
Economic openingDownloadContentSummaryPrior to China's entry to the WTO, its service industries were highly protected due to the legacies of its traditional socialist economic system. However, since its admission to the WTO, China has been undertaking radical reform and the opening of its service industries.It is anticipated that service industries will face drastic and tremendous transformation in the WTO-era in China. Opening of service industries in China will also provide a new horizon for foreign firms and foreign investors in China in terms of business opportunities. Furthermore, the opening of service industries in China will bring about significant changes in structures and the basic framework of the Chinese economy, the economic relationships in East Asia and the entire world economy. (The rest is omitted.) -
An Analysis on Trade Rules of Korea, Japan and China: Implications on an FTA among Three Countries
This research has analyzed trade rules of Korea, Japan and China, focusing on rules of origin, antidumping, subsidies and countervailing measures, competition policy, and intellectual property rights, in order to provide implicati..
Moonsung Kang et al. Date 2003.12.24
Economic integrationDownloadContentSummaryThis research has analyzed trade rules of Korea, Japan and China, focusing on rules of origin, antidumping, subsidies and countervailing measures, competition policy, and intellectual property rights, in order to provide implications on an FTA among the three countries. (The rest is omitted.) -
Progress of a China-ASEAN FTA and Its Impacts
Since the Asian financial crisis of 1997∼1998, it has become a trend for many East Asian countries to actively enter into FTA agreements. There are several examples of FTAs that can describe this trend best, with not only bilater..
Inkyo Cheong et al. Date 2003.12.24
Free tradeDownloadContentSummarySince the Asian financial crisis of 1997∼1998, it has become a trend for many East Asian countries to actively enter into FTA agreements. There are several examples of FTAs that can describe this trend best, with not only bilateral FTA agreements such as those between Japan-Korea, China-ASEAN and Korea-ASEAN, but also trilateral FTAs between China, Japan and Korea. Even though the Japan-Korea FTA was initiated much earlier than the China-ASEAN FTA, the procedure of the latter has been pursuing a faster track. A China-ASEAN FTA is expected to become one of the most prominent trade agreements, forming a bloc composed of China, very potentially a giant economic power, and the 10 ASEAN countries. (The rest is omitted.)