Seeking a New Paradigm in Area Studies... Pukyong National University Publishes 'Global Area Studies Research'

The Global Area Studies BK Education and Research Group at Pukyong National University recently published a research series titled "Global Area Studies," which compiles the latest paradigms and research achievements in Korean area studies.

This book names the latest paradigm of area studies as "Global Area Studies" and explores the expanded scope of research regions called "mega regions," seeking ways for exchange, solidarity, and cooperation among multiple civilizations. It also presents new research and educational directions for area studies in the global era across seven parts.

Professor Jeong Haejo of Pukyong National University served as the chief editor of the book, with 23 contributors including professors and researchers specializing in area studies such as Kim Dongsu, Kim Dongyeop, Kim Jinki, Kim Changkyeong, Noh Yongseok, Li Dan, Moon Gihong, Moon Sangho, Park Sanghyun, Baek Duju, Ahn Sangwook, Ye Donggeun, Yoon Yongsu, Jeon Jiyoung, Jeong Munsu, Jeong Beopmo, Jeong Sewon, Jeong Hoyun, Choi Eunsun, Ha Byeongju, and Hyun Min, who incorporated the latest trends in area studies into the book.

Cover of 'Global Area Studies'.

The first part, "A New Perspective on Area Studies," presents the current status and future challenges of area studies in the global era.

The second part, "Pan-Pacific Studies," and the third part, "Mediterranean Studies," showcase various research achievements on the Pan-Pacific and Mediterranean as mega regions, which are new units of analysis in area studies.

The fourth part, "Area Studies and World Politics," and the fifth part, "New Perspectives on China Studies," analyze politics, policies, and major events focusing on the United States, Brazil, Myanmar, Latin America, and China.

The sixth part, "Diplomatic Strategies and Development Cooperation in Southeast Asia," presents research on diplomacy and cooperation between Korea and the Southeast Asian region, while the seventh part, "Linking Global Issues and Area Studies," offers case study analyses on emerging international issues.

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