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Two Koreas, One Economy?

Posted on August 20, 2007
Previously filed under: Asia, Global Economy
The August summit between North and South Korea could result in peace between the two countries.
Keywords: North Korea, South Korea, Summit, CFR.org, economy

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A Defining Moment for US-South Korea Free Trade Agreement

Posted on April 10, 2007
Previously filed under: North America, Trade
Although the deal would eliminate 90 percent of tariffs within three years, it will face challenging opposition in both the United States and Korea.
Keywords: South Korea, US-South Korea FTA, Economic cooperation, trade, agriculture

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United States - South Korea Trade Negotiations Stalled

Posted on February 20, 2007
Previously filed under: Trade
After a costly failure with South Korea, the United States influence over major emerging markets has diminished.
Keywords: South Korea, free trade, United States, trade relations,

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Selling excess rice held in Japan and imported from the United States would incite a rapid drop in the global price of rice but requires immediate action from Tokyo and Washington, write former editor of The Rice Trader, Tom Slayton, and policy analyst, Peter Timmer.

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New York Times - Thu, 05/15/2008 - 21:39
As its earthquake death toll rose, China sought experts and equipment from Japan and Taiwan, neighbors it has long shunned.

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New York Times - Wed, 05/14/2008 - 15:38
The Obama campaign is hoping that John Edwards’s endorsement will be taken as the start of a coalescence around Mr. Obama as the nominee.

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