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Policy Committee

Policy Committee

A policy knowledge network of the Hansun Foundation that brings together academics and experts from diverse fields to examine major national issues and develop policy alternatives.

  • Sung-Jin Kang

    Professor, Department of Economics, Korea University
    President, Korea Association of Applied Economics

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Economic Advancement Study Group

Studies key policy issues related to economic trends, industry, SMEs, the self-employed, and venture businesses, based on the principles of a free-market economy.

  • June-Sun CHOI

    Professor Emeritus, Sungkyunkwan University Law School

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Employment and Labor Policy Study Group

Studies employment and labor policies aimed at enhancing labor-market flexibility and security while promoting balanced labor-management relations.

  • Seung-Gil Lee

    Professor, Ajou University

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Education Advancement Study Group

Studies education systems and policies that help children and young people develop the capabilities to plan and pursue their own futures.

National Strategy Study Group

Studies long-term national strategies and policy priorities across the full spectrum of national governance in response to changing domestic and international conditions.

  • Sung-Jin Kang

    Professor, Department of Economics, Korea University President, Korea Association of Applied Economics

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International Trade Study Group

Analyzes changes in the global trade environment and major trade issues, and develops practical policy alternatives.

Technological Innovation Study Group

Studies policies that connect science and technology with industry to promote technological innovation, including AI and other advanced technologies, and strengthen industrial competitiveness.

  • Kwak No-sung

    Visiting Professor, Global Leaders College, Yonsei University

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Foreign Policy Study Group

Studies major foreign policy issues and responses, including relations with countries surrounding the Korean Peninsula, inter-Korean relations, and international trade.

  • Lee Yang-goo

    Former Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Ukraine

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Culture and Tourism Policy Study Group

Studies culture and tourism policies aimed at enhancing the social value of culture and improving quality of life.

AI and Media Study Group

Studies institutions and policies that uphold freedom of expression and the autonomy of the media and journalism while responding to changes in the media environment.

  • Ji Sung-woo

    Professor, Sungkyunkwan University Law School

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Future Education Innovation Study Group

Studies educational innovation and policy measures for developing individuals with strong character and the competencies needed for the future.

  • Yang Jung-ho

    Professor, Department of Education, Sungkyunkwan University

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Health Care Policy Study Group

Studies major health and medical policy issues, including the prevention of infectious diseases and other illnesses, as well as governance in health, welfare, and medical services.

  • Jong-Hun Park

    Professor, Korea University

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Real Estate Policy Study Group

Research on real estate valuation, official price assessment, property taxation, and housing policy, with a focus on improving market transparency and promoting housing affordability and price stability.

  • Jeong Su-yeon

    Professor, Department of Economics, Jeju National University

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North Korean Nuclear Threat Response Study Group

Studies policies on North Korean nuclear threats, national defense and security, the ROK–U.S. Alliance, and defense preparedness for unification from the perspectives of self-reliance, alliance, and balance of power.

  • Park Hwi-rak

    Former Professor, Graduate School of Politics, Kookmin University

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Judicial Reform Study Group

Studies policies for strengthening the independence of the courts and prosecution service and building a judicial system that is more accessible and responsive to the public.

Advanced Economic Order Study Group

Studies fair competition, consumer rights, and corporate laws and institutions to promote a sound market economy.

Korean Unification Study Group

Studies unification policy, including North Korea's transition toward a normal state, responses to sudden changes, preparations for unification, and post-unification challenges.

  • Young-Key Cho

    Associate Professor, Department of North Korean Studies, College of Humanities, Korea University

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Energy Policy Study Group

Studies energy supply and related policies for responding to climate change and achieving sustainable development.

Political Reform Study Group

Studies institutional reforms and policy measures aimed at easing political polarization and promoting policy-oriented party politics.

  • Hyeong-Jun Kim

    Professor, Myongji University

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Tax and Fiscal Policy Study Group

Studies tax and fiscal policies for the sound raising and allocation of public resources and the maintenance of fiscal sustainability.

  • Oh Moon-sung

    Professor, Department of Tax Accounting, Hanyang Women’s University
    President, Korean Association of Tax Policy

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Harmonious Society Study Group

Studies sustainable welfare policies based on an appropriate balance between universal and targeted welfare.

  • Won-Shik Kim

    Professor, Department of Economics Konkuk University

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Public Administration and Local Autonomy Study Group

Studies policies to strengthen citizen-centered public services and advance local autonomy and local administration.

  • Kim Jeong-il

    Former Senior Consultant, The One Labor and HR Consulting

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Germany Study Forum

Conducts in-depth research on Germany's institutions and policy experience to explore solutions and policy alternatives for major challenges facing Korea.

  • Yang Don-sun

    Former Financial Attaché, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Frankfurt

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France Study Forum

Analyzes French institutions and policy cases to identify policy alternatives for major challenges facing Korea.

  • Kim Jong-min

    Managing Partner, MK Partners Law Firm

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Policy Committee Member
  • Tae-Yong Jung

    Professor, Graduate School of International Studies, Yonsei University
    Research Area: Sustainable Development; Climate Change, Environment, and Energy Policy

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  • Jin-Yeong Kim

    Chairman, Market Economy Committee
    Professor, Konkuk University

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  • Tae-Su Kim

    Former Vice-President, The Bank of Korea

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  • Eu-Sik Kim

    Professor, Yongin University

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  • Jeong-Mo Kang

    Emeritus Professor, Kyunghee University

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  • Ga-Yul Kim

    Director, Samil PricewaterhouseCoopers Complex3 Team

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  • Jae-Hun Kim

    Professor, Seoul National University of Science and Technology

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  • Chun-Su Kim

    Researcher, Korea Institute for Military Affairs

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  • Tae-Jun Kim

    Honorary Professor, Korea National Defense University
    Visiting Professor, Graduate School of National Security Strategy of Kookmin University

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  • Hee-Seong Kim

    Professor, Kangwon National University School of Law
    Vice Chairman, Society of Labor law Theory and Profession

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  • Yeong-Seo Min

    Representative, Spark Incorporated Association
    Extraordinary Member of Committee, Korean National Commission for UNESCO

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  • Eui-Cheol Shin

    Professor, College of Medicine, Catholic University of Korea

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  • Tae-Jin Kim

    Associate Professor, Korea University School of Law
    Consultant, Capital Market Investigation Unit of Financial Services Commission

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  • Jeong-Im Park

    Responsible for education policy studies professor Hansung university

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  • Myeong-Hee Lee

    Professor of History Department, Kongju University
    Joint Representitive of Civil Society Organization

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  • Byeong-Hye Lee

    Professor of Digital Media, Myongji University Director of Korea Broadcasting System

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  • Jong-Won Lee

    Invited Professor, Graduate School of Interdisplinary Arts, Sejong University
    President of Korea Performing Arts Consulting Group

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  • Gwang-Ju Sohn

    Head of Research, Unification Strategy Research Group
    Consultant, Institute for National Security Strategy Committee

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  • Ki-Sub Son

    Professor, Busan University of Foreign Studies

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  • Jae-Woo Ju

    Professor of Chinese, Kyunghee University

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  • Sung-Hyun Cha

    Assistant professor, Chonnam National University
    Office Director of The Korean Society for the Study of Teacher Education

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  • Back-Hoon Song

    Professor, Department of Economics Sungshin Women's University

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  • Soon-Yeong Hong

    Professor, Hansung University

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  • Do-Hyung Kim

    Adjunct Professor(Economics) of Dept. of Japanese Studies, Hallym University (Present) 

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  • Se-Yeoung Chun

    Professor of Education, ChungNam University
    President, Smart Education Society

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  • Ho-Young Oh

    Senior Research Fellow, Korea Research Institute for Vocational Education & Training
    Adjunct Professor, Department of Economics, Kookmin University

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  • Kyun Choi

    Professor, Social Welfare of Hallym University

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  • Won-Woo Lee

    Visising Professor, Inha University
    Visising Professor, Kookmin University

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  • Pyung-Kyun Woo

    Asia-Pacific Research Center, Hanyang University, HK Research Professor
    Researcher, Korea Institute for National Unification

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  • Bae Hark

    Visiting Professor, Gachon University

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  • Do-Cheol Shin

    Dean of College of Business Administration, Sookmyung Women's University

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  • Ji-Woong Yoon

    Professor, Department of Administration, Kyunghee University

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  • Chol Lee

    Professor, International Business & Marketing, College of Business Administration, Sogang University

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  • Sung-Cheol Jung

    Professor, University of Science and Technology , UST

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  • Woong-Soon Song

    Lawyer, Shin&Kim Corporation

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  • Soon-Won Kwon

    Professor of Business Administration, Sookmyung Women's University

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  • Joo-Yeop Ahn

    Advanced Researcher, Korea Labor Institute

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  • Won-Young Lee

    Korea Development Institute/ Visiting Research Fellow
    Science and Technology Policy Institute/ Emeritus Research Fellow
    Presidential Advisory Council for Science and Technology, Member

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  • Young Lee

    Professor, Hanyang University
    Director of Planning, Hanyang University

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  • Sang-Bong Park

    Adjunct Professor, Myungji University

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  • Sung-Ho Shin

    Leader, Hansun Happiness Forum
    President, Happiness Korea 21 of Korea Society of Civil Volunteer

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  • Choon-Keun Lee

    Former Vice president of Korea Economic Research Institute

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  • Jung-Hee Han

    Professor, Daegu University

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  • Sung-Ki Hong

    Professor, Ajou University

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