PART 1 The Korean Miracle That Surprised the World
Korea Emerges as the Beacon of Hope for the Economic Development of the Global Village
Strength and Peace Built on the Ruins of the Korean War
Koreans to the World, the World to Korea
“Made-in-Korea” Reigns in the Global Markets
The Power of Koreans Behind the Construction of the World’s Landmark Buildings
Hallyu Fever Heating Up in Music, Drama, and Game Markets
From the Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics to the 2018 Winter Olympics
PART 2 Strength and Power Behind the Making of a Miracle
Passion for Education and Brainpower
Research and Development, the Foundation of Innovation
A Long History and Tradition Reflected in the World’s Cultural Heritage
Solidly Laid Social Infrastructures
Dynamism of Koreans and the Global Network of Koreans
PART 3 Miracle-undermining Enemies Within
A Sharply Declining Birth Rate and Aging Population
Startup Data Shows Weakening Spirit of Challenge Among Young Adults
Underdeveloped Financial Industry, Increasing Household Debt, and Overheated Real Estate Investments
Resistance from the Groups with Vested Rights including Doctors, Pharmacists, Taxi Drivers and Labor Union
The Government and Political Circles are Losing the Public Trust
Shortage of Raw Materials and Insufficient Foreign Suppliers
PART 4 For Yet Another Miracle
Economic Freedom Should be Expanded to Maximize Creativity
Demographic Cliff, Search for a New Growth Engine for the Era of 100 Years of Life Expectancy
The Need for Taxation and Regulation Systems That Respect Entrepreneurship
Labor Market Reform is the Answer to the Polarization and Low Productivity Problems
Korea Has to Foster Hallyu Content, Tourism, Finance, and Service Industries
Social Infrastructure is Based on Competitiveness and Most be Constantly Reformed
Pursuing a Vision of Unified Korea Despite the G2 Competition