CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2014
| Author | Clifford, Alexis Paige |
|---|---|
| Title | Shame and Vulnerability in South Korea-Japan Relations |
| Summary | Memory can be a particularly contentious issue between states in their relations, and can stymie attempts to foster interstate cooperation. In the case of Japan and South Korea, memory has created a divide which has not yet adequately been bridged despite extensive diplomatic and economic interaction during the latter half of the twentieth century and into the twenty-first century. By examining the societal and political factors that have influenced each nation’s perceptions of itself and the other nation, and analyzing feelings of shame and vulnerability that emerge when discussing memory, it may be possible to construct a framework for reconciliation based around empathy and understanding. Reconciliation between South Korea and Japan, nations with both large populations and strong economies, could help ensure security and regional cooperation within Asia, as well as provide an example for other instances of interstate memory disputes. |
| Supervisor | Kim, Youngmi |
| Department | International Relations MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2014/clifford_alexis.pdf |
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