Urgent Survival Plan for Korea’s Shaky Economy

● Korea’s Economy: Caught Between US Monopoly, China’s Tech Surge

How Will the Korean Economy Respond to Global Challenges?

1. The U.S.-Led Value Chain Shift and Its Impact

The U.S. government is actively pursuing strategies to expand domestic production.
We can glimpse the U.S.’s intention to reduce Korea to an assembly plant through the “Assembly Nation” remark made by then-White House advisor, Navarro, during the tariff war era.
Pressure to produce core components such as automobiles and steel within the U.S. is intensifying.
As a result, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and small business owners in Korea are at risk of being severely affected.

2. Corporate Response and Restructuring Crisis

Large Korean corporations are focusing on profit maximization strategies, weighing whether to move production bases in response to U.S. pressure.
However, SMEs and small business owners lack the capacity to respond, which could negatively impact the overall regional economy.
The government and local authorities urgently need to prepare support measures for them.

3. Technological Competition and the Necessity of R&D Investment

China is making remarkable technological advancements in semiconductors, electric vehicles, AI, and robotics industries.
Korea must also accelerate R&D investment and technological innovation.
In particular, it must focus on core technologies, establishing independent technology roadmaps, and nurturing talent.
The key to the global economy and the competitiveness of the Korean economy lies in R&D achievements.

4. Government Support and Political Risk Management

Political conflicts and lack of policy continuity are hindering economic growth.
Amidst the competition between the U.S. and China, the government must establish consistent support policies for the overall industry.
Government support is needed not only for industrial policies but also for education, venture companies, and revitalizing innovative companies.

5. Electric Vehicles and Future Industries, Building a Venture and Innovation Ecosystem

China’s aggressive pricing strategies and technological advancements in the electric vehicle sector could pose a threat to the Korean domestic market.
To counter this, it is urgent to strengthen competitiveness in the electric vehicle and future industries.
An ecosystem that promotes the nurturing of venture companies and the revitalization of startups must be built.
It is essential for the government to overcome the fear of failure and provide bold support.

6. Education Innovation and Talent Development

To overcome productivity decline and population decrease, it is necessary to increase education expenditure per capita.
Strengthening technological capabilities and securing innovation momentum through the talent development of the entire population is crucial.
National competitiveness ultimately stems from excellent talent and continuous educational innovation.

7. 2026 Outlook and Message to Businesses and Investors

Amid the massive shifts in the global and Korean economies, the current crisis situation can be transformed into future opportunities.
In particular, it is essential to clearly understand the flow of economic cycles.
In investment and management decision-making, only consistent R&D investment, the establishment of an innovation ecosystem, and consistent government policy support will be the key to our survival in global competition.
Investing without understanding the economy is like driving with your eyes closed, so you must pay attention to the overall flow of the economy in the big picture.

< Summary >
The Korean economy faces significant challenges amidst the U.S.'s value chain restructuring and China's technological catch-up.
The U.S. is strongly demanding the production of core components within its borders and is inducing Korean companies to move their production bases.
In response, the government and businesses must strengthen R&D investment and technological innovation, and secure productivity recovery and future industrial competitiveness through talent development through venture companies and educational innovation.
Overcoming policy continuity problems caused by political conflicts and consistent support in the industrial and educational fields are crucial. A response strategy centered on the global economy, the Korean economy, R&D, venture companies, and electric vehicles, which are the key keywords of the global economy and the Korean economy, is needed.

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● **”Japan in Shock Over South Korea’s Impeachment Crisis”**

Japanese Commoners’ Economic Crisis: Stagnant Salaries, Yen Depreciation, and Envy of Korea on Social Media

1. Changes in the Economic Situation of Japanese Commoners

The lives of Japanese commoners are becoming impoverished.
Salaries are stagnant, and finances are in a deficit crisis.
The decline in the yen’s value is increasing the burden of living.
The economy is becoming unstable, symbolizing poverty (貧乏).

2. Changes in SNS and Young Generation’s Perceptions

Teenagers and those in their twenties are seeing Korea’s developed civil society and active economic activities through SNS.
On SNS, the image of Korea elicits reactions like “Sugoi, amazing,” amplifying envy.
While Japanese young people are stimulated by the development of other countries, they do not feel tangible changes internally.
This leads to a combination of anxiety and a decline in pride throughout society.

3. Global Economic Outlook and the Position of the Japanese Economy

While the global economy and financial markets are paying attention worldwide, the Japanese economy appears sluggish.
Economic outlook analysis shows that the absence of salary increases and the decline in the yen’s value are significantly impacting the real income of Japanese commoners.
Compared to the Korean economy, Korea, with its active civil society, receives good evaluations.
Japan is likely to face a greater economic crisis if it maintains the status quo without policy changes.

4. Future Outlook and Implications

If Japan’s stagnant salaries and yen depreciation continue, the living standards of commoners are expected to worsen further.
On the other hand, Korea can expect positive development due to policy changes and active citizen participation.
The economic outlook should closely analyze how Japan will overcome its crisis, from the perspective of the global economy and financial markets.
The quality of life of commoners and the soundness of national finances are emerging as important core tasks.

The economic situation of Japanese commoners is deteriorating due to depressed salaries and the decline in the yen’s value, increasing the sense of crisis.
Teenagers and those in their twenties using SNS envy the civil society and economic development of Korea, while it is difficult to feel internal changes in Japan.
Analyzing Japan’s uncertain future and Korea’s development potential, focusing on the global economy, economic outlook, Japanese economy, Korean economy, and financial markets.
If Japan does not have policy changes in the future, the problem of poverty among commoners is expected to worsen.

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