The Jangmadang is Sino-NK’s marketplace for fresh ideas. In keeping with the tradition established by its eponymous counterpart in North Korea, our Jangmadang, managed by Sino-NK staff, provides short, snappy, but vital information on the latest documentary research and news. Unlike most English-language outlets, you will find that a majority of the sources are in Chinese or Korean, with cameo appearances from places like France, Germany and Japan. Jangmadang articles are a quick read, too. No introductions, just reliable translations and timely analysis.
And It Was All Yellow: #Shigak no. 33
Perhaps mindful that less can indeed be more, Ahn Cheol-soo released the most impressive campaign poster of the year this week, and that leads our latest edition of #Shigak. There is also a fittingly yellow tribute to the 304 who died in the Sewol tragedy three years ago.
There’s No Going Back: #Shigak no. 32
This edition of #Shigak observes the beginning of official campaigning with the registration of candidates. There is also a review of the first presidential debate, and a look at the childcare policies of the big two, Moon Jae-in and Ahn Cheol-soo.
Bringing the Humans Back in: #Shigak no. 31
More on the candidates’ environmental policies; Moon Jae-in’s attempt to seize control of the narrative on national defense and the economy; and a reminder that although Ahn Cheol-soo is rising fast, Moon Jae-in is riding high
Anti-Communism and the Rule of Law: #Shigak no. 30
This #Shigak includes a legal battle between a sitting lawmaker, Ha Tae-kyung, and a group of progressive lawyers; Moon Jae-in’s attempts to remind the voting public that only he understands the hardships of working people; new polling that shows Ahn Cheol-soo now ahead of Moon; and environmental concerns.
Education, Education, Education: #Shigak no. 29
This #Shigak sees Ahn Cheol-soo and his wife’s employment record under the microscope, while the Minjoo Party calls into question the Korean language ability and modern Korean historical knowledge of his daughter.
Mind the Gap: #Shigak no. 28
This installment of #Shigak reviews some of the most recent developments in what is shapping up to be a battle between the liberal establishment candidate Moon Jae-in and his former democratic party co-chair, Ahn Cheol-soo.
Unified Candidacy? No, Thanks: #Shigak no. 27
This issue of #Shigak arrives at the culmination of the party primaries. The candidates have now all been confirmed, but the question of who will be president is far from settled. Moon Jae-in is still the favorite, but Ahn Cheol-soo isn’t far behind.
The Road to the Blue House: #Shigak no. 26
With the world’s attention on South Korea following months of dramatic — but peaceful — protest and the subsequent impeachment of Park Geun-hye and arrest of Lee Jae-yong, #Shigak returns with a fresh delivery of concise election analyses, the first of many on the road to the Blue House.
South Korea Clings on to Fear of Kaesong Industrial Complex Future
A year after it closed, South Korea is still eyeing the Kaesong Industrial Complex. The issues are not only financial, but also emotional. Christopher Green translates a recent report about North Korea allegedly trying to attract Chinese businesses into the manufacturing zone.
