Will the sun shine on Moon’s South Korea?
The new South Korean president is promising a new approach, at home and on the world stage.
It is the return of liberalism to South Korea. The election of President Moon Jae-in marks a major shift in the country’s political landscape.
Conservatives have been in charge for nearly a decade.
But after the last six months, which ended with the previous president impeached and facing jail, it is not surprising that South Koreans want change.
The question is – what will change look like?
Moon’s policies could lead to dialogue with North Korea, a long-time adversary, and could harm relations with the US, a long-time ally
Is he up to the challenges?
Presenter: Adrian Finighan
Guests:
Robert Kelly, professor of political science and diplomacy at Pusan national university
Hwang Joung-Wook, law professor at Hankuk University of Foreign Affairs
Einar Tangen, political affairs analyst and specialist on China.