KOREA TRADE & INVESTMENT
VOL.16, NO.1 JANUARY-FEBRUARY 1998



COVER ;
Korea's drive to revamp its scocial infrastructure is a key element in its ongoing efforts to upgrade its competitiveness.


Korea takes a lead from the IMF
Korea takes advantage of an historic opportunity to become an even more attractive home for foreign investment.
Social Infrastructure Gets a Boost
Road, rail and port congestion is prompting renewed focus on Korea's neglected transportation sector.
KYOJESUL
Business Drinking

Industrial Production Rises 10.1 Pct in September
Exports from Korea's semiconductor and heavy industrial sector lead a surge in output.
Banking on Korea
Amid the welter of IMF financial and industrial reforms, the foreign banking community continues to facilitate investment in Korea
Kwangju Steps Ahead
Kwangju city's hi-tech complex spurs a less-developed area to catch up with the rest of the country
Creditors' Rights Against a Korean Debtor Company in Insolvency or Under a Debt
Investment in the age of MIGA
A World Bank agency promotes as well as protects international investment
Industry Outlook Under the IMF
Korean industry is being forced to re-organize in order to stay competitive



Taekwondo
Korea's self-defense martial art


Discovering Korea
Day Tripper Diary