# Event Details - **Event Name**: Signature Conference - Cold War Economies in the Two Koreas - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Dive into the hidden Cold War economics shaping North and South Korea today—live and in person! (In-person only event)About this EventSignature Conference - Cold War Economies in the Two KoreasJoin us in person for an insightful dive into the Cold War economies of North and South Korea! This event brings together experts and enthusiasts eager to explore how the two Koreas shaped their economic paths amid global tensions. It's a perfect chance to learn, network, and discuss some fascinating history. Don’t miss out on this unique conference experience!Event Description:The Cold War divided the Korean peninsula and pushed North and South Korea on to two very different but sometimes strangely similar developmental trajectories. In this conference, we will look at different aspects of the North and South Korean economies during the Cold War. We will examine how the Korean War impacted both Korean states economically and how each state tried to modernize and develop in the aftermath of the war. The conference will also pay attention to how outside powers such as the United States and China shaped economic development in the two Koreas. Ultimately, this conference seeks to understand how the Cold War economic transformations of North and South Korea left an indelible imprint on the peninsula, the East Asian region, and the world.  Agenda?: 10:00 AM - 10:10 AMWelcome and Opening Remarks RemarksInfo: Celeste Arrington, Professor of Korean Studies, George Washington University Young-Key Kim-Renaud, Professor Emeritus of Korean Language and Culture and International Affairs, George Washington University ?: 10:10 AM - 11:25 AMSession I: The Wartime Economy in Korea Info: Moderator : Oliver Kim Speakers Patrick Chung, Assistant Professor of History, University of Maryland “The Korean War and the Origins of the ‘Military-Industrial Capitalist’ World Order” Jeongmin Kim, Assistant Professor, Program Director, Asian Studies, University of Manitoba ?: 11:25 AM - 12:15 PMBrunchInfo: Light Lunch will be served for attendees. (Please e-mail gwiks@gwu.edu for any dietary restrictions). ?: 12:15 PM - 01:30 PMSession II: The Political Economy of North Korea Info: Moderator Rachel Minyoung Lee, 38th North, Stimson Center Speakers Haeyoung Kim, Assistant Professor of East Asian History, San Francisco State University “Infrastructural Foundations: North Korea and China in the Early Cold War” James Person?: 01:30 PM - 01:45 PMSnack BreakInfo: Coffee and Snacks provided. ?: 01:45 PM - 03:00 PMSession III: Military Development and Industrialization in South Korea Info: Moderator Gregg Brazinsky , Professor of History and International Affairs, George Washington University Speakers Peter Kwon, Associate Professor of Korean Studies, University at Albany, State University of New York “Contested Sovereignty and the Yulgok Operation: Militarization, Autonomy, and the Making of a Techno-Security State in South Korea” Nathan Lane, Assistant Professor of Development Economics, London School of Economics - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/signature-conference-cold-war-economies-in-the-two-koreas/100001981747635525 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, nonprofit, brunch - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Elliott School of International Affairs, Lindner Family Commons (Room 602) - **lat**: 38.8962277 - **long**: -77.0439573 - **full address**: Elliott School of International Affairs, Lindner Family Commons (Room 602), 1957 E Street Northwest, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Signature Conference - Cold War Economies in the Two Koreas - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/5651963486e02b8089f217197d5add4df378e352c37663adf704d3507e4dcb46-rimg-w1080-h1350-dcdbd5c3-gmir.jpg?v=1770183356 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Signature Conference - Cold War Economies in the Two Koreas being held? - **A:** Signature Conference - Cold War Economies in the Two Koreas takes place on Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Elliott School of International Affairs, Lindner Family Commons (Room 602), 1957 E Street Northwest, Washington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Signature Conference - Cold War Economies in the Two Koreas? - **A:** Signature Conference - Cold War Economies in the Two Koreas is organized by GW Institute for Korean Studies. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Signature Conference - Cold War Economies in the Two Koreas is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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