South Korea

It's been a little more than a year since South Korea agreed to invest $350 billion in the U.S. economy. The commitment was part of a broader trade deal, and this week we're getting an idea about where some of that money may be going. HPR's Bill Dorman has more in today's Asia Minute.

Hawaiʻi tourism figures will be out soon for the month of August. Other visitor spots around the Asia Pacific are sharing their own recent number, which include some disappointments; and some records. HPR's Bill Dorman has more with the Asia Minute.

One of Asia's biggest automakers is looking for new roads into the United States — including Hawaiʻi. And the strategy has a new twist. HPR's Bill Dorman has more in today's Asia Minute.

Jean Lee, Presidential Chair of the East-West Center, discusses Hawaiʻi’s dependence on South Korea for jet fuel and the economic impact of global K-pop sensation BTS.

Jean Lee, Presidential Chair of the East-West Center, discusses BTS and Hawaiʻi’s economic dependence on South Korea; HPR shares stories told by graduating Kapolei high school students.

Karl Kim, a University of Hawaiʻi professor and former vice chancellor for academic affairs, took part in a conference at the Center for Korean Studies last week to reflect on 40 years of South Korean democracy.

County of Hawaiʻi Mayor Kimo Alameda lays out his priorities for 2026; University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Professor Karl Kim shares takeaways from a conference on democracy in South Korea

Hawaiʻi’s ties to the Asia Pacific transcend geography. There’s a lot of interest among Hawaiʻi residents about our regional neighborhood. Here are four trends to watch in 2026 that may have a direct impact on Hawaiʻi.

Jean Lee, journalist and presidential chair at the East-West Center, spoke to HPR's Bill Dorman about President Trump's first meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung.

Jean Lee, presidential chair at the East-West Center, discusses President Donald Trump's first meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung; Listen to HPR's "Chief of War" companion podcast