Burkina Faso's Break

Burkina Faso's Break

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Burkina Faso's break with France, the rise of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, and what it means for the country's future and the wider Sahel region.

Zimbabwe's Constitutional Amendments

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Zimbabwe’s constitutional amendments, their impact on President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rule until 2030, and the growing debate over democracy, political power, and governance in the country.

Germany's Retirement

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Germany’s plan to raise the retirement age to 70 and what it means for the future of pensions and work.

Colombia's New President

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the election of Colombia’s new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, and the potential changes his victory may bring.

Keir Starmer's Fall

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about about the rapid rise and fall of Keir Starmer, the challenges that undermined his government, and the lessons his premiership offers for future British leaders.