The 2017 Annual Consultation Report on Korea provides an assessment of the state of the Korean economy in 2017, short-term economic outlook, risks and vulnerabilities facing the economy, and policy recommendation.
Korean Economy Showing Recovery with Fiscal Soundness as Future Challenge
Korea’s economic growth is expected to gain further traction in 2017, reflecting robust private investment and recovery in exports, according to the preliminary assessment by the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) after its Annual Consultation Visit to the country from August 16 to 25, 2017.
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) today hosted a roundtable discussion with distinguished experts to discuss recent developments of the Korean economy and challenges for sustainable growth for the country.
An AMRO mission led by Dr Sumio Ishikawa conducted this year’s Annual Consultation Visit to Korea from July 6 to July 13. The mission was participated by Dr Junhong Chang, AMRO Director, and Dr Hoe Ee Khor, AMRO Chief Economist.
