News stories by Thalif Deen Interviews SAMUEL KOO
Q&A: South Korea a Key Convention Centre in Asia
- Inter Press Service

The Republic of Korea (ROK), one of the fastest growing industrial nations and the world's 13th largest economy, has not only survived the global financial crisis but is also gearing up to play a key role in the international arena.
Q&A: Korea's Tourism Industry Turns Crisis into Opportunity
- Inter Press Service

The global financial crisis, which has had a devastating impact on trade, finance and industry, is threatening to unleash its destructive power on one of the vibrant economic lifelines in the Asia-Pacific region: tourism.

