This collection of essays covers a wide range of events and issues of contention which have taken place at the local, regional and global levels over the last 10 years: The topics include the north Korean nuclear issue and the six-party talks; South-North Korean relations; four power relations in Northeast Asia; American foreign policy; politics of the Asia-Pacific region and East Asian regionalism; the role of the U.N.; the international political and financial orders; global issues and disasters; and universal values

Gyeongju, where Korea's most cultural sites are situated, is known to be the most popular destination for foreign tourists next to the capitakl, Seoul. Gyeongju is a meaningful place not only for Korean people but for the international community

The gold crowns and ornaments recovered from the Gyeongju royal tombs reflect the historical circumstances of Silla in the fifth and sixth centuries, when its artistic culture flourished. This book introduces Korea's cultural artifacts to readers abroad so that the international community can acquire a better understanding and appreciation of Korean culture and arts