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Between the rumor that 'it will fail' and the promise that 'they will work'
Two Voices in the Fellowship Room After the June 3 Local Elections, A Christian Perspective on the CrisisOn Sunday afternoon, the day after the local election polls closed, the air in the church fellowship room, usually peaceful, suddenly grew heavy. It was due to a cautious remark made by a pastor. "There's a rumor going around these days that Korean Christianity will collapse in 10 years. It's truly a serious matter." Faced with the cold reality revealed by objective indicators and statistics,...
A scene of salvation evidenced by tears and joy.
April 4, São Paulo, Brazil. People had been gathering for several days at a venue jointly prepared by the local church “IGREJA MISSIONÁRIA NOVA ALIANÇA” (New Alliance Missionary Church) and a small drug rehabilitation ministry church in the city. It was not just a regular service, but a baptismal ceremony celebrating the birth of new life. The New Alliance Missionary Church is a local church pioneered by Missionary Jeong Heon-myeong. Pastors trained and educated by the church have been continu...
North Korea's IT Workforce Development: Status and Implications
North Korea is strengthening workforce development in software, AI, and cybersecurity at major universities. While international competition results demonstrate capability, sanctions limit legitimate application. IT cooperation could be promising in future inter-Korean relations, though balancing technology transfer and security concerns remains a challenge.
North Korean Economy ABC, Part 1: Economic Policy and Its Results in the Kim Il Sung Era
It makes little sense to talk about North Korea without understanding its economy. It is equally absurd to talk about the unification of the two Koreas without understanding the North Korean economy. These days, South Korea's regular broadcast news programs often mention North Korea's economic situation, but what they offer is nothing more than photos and brief reports imported from foreign news outlets. Such superficial photos and reports cannot reveal the true face of the North Korean economy....
New Horizons in Northeast Asian Economic Cooperation
Economic cooperation in Northeast Asia is being reshaped around digital economy and green energy. Key agendas among Korea, China, and Japan include digital trade standards, carbon trading linkage, and supply chain diversification. Korea is positioning itself as a central hub through its mediating role in regional economic cooperation.
Current State and Challenges of the Korean Peninsula Peace Process
The Korean Peninsula peace process is reaching a new turning point in 2026. Structural changes are being observed, including the reactivation of multilateral diplomatic channels, pragmatic approaches centered on economic cooperation, and expanded civilian exchanges. Managing complex challenges such as denuclearization and human rights issues remains the key concern.