The Korean Economic Association (KEA) is excited to announce the 26th Korean Economic Review (KER) International Conference for the year 2025, to be held in Seoul, South Korea, on August 17, 2025 (Sunday), as a pre-conference of the Econometric Society World Congress. We invite economists interested in presenting their work to submit their full paper or extended abstract via Google Form by April 11, 2025 (Friday). Extended abstracts must provide a clear summary of the research question, methodology, expected results, and significance. Extended abstracts should be sufficiently detailed to allow the reviewers to judge the merits of the research. Please visit the following link to submit your paper:

 

Submit Your Paper or Extended Abstract Here

 

All papers must be written and presented in English. They will be showcased in the Contributed Session. The selection results and the conference program will be announced on April 30, 2025. 

 

There is no registration fee. A complimentary lunch and dinner will be provided. 

 

Keynote Speaker:

We are honored to have Professor Nathan Nunn as our keynote speaker, offering a distinguished presentation that is sure to be a highlight of the conference.

 

 Nathan Nunn (University of British Columbia): Development Mismatch? Evidence from Agricultural Projects in Pastoral Africa

 

We look forward to your submissions and to welcoming you in Seoul for a stimulating exchange of ideas and research findings in the field of economics. For further information and updates, please contact the organizing committee directly. Join us at the 2025 KER International Conference for an opportunity to contribute to the global dialogue on economic challenges and advancements.

 

Jungmin Lee and Biung-Ghi Ju

On the behalf of the Organization Committee

 

 

Scientific Committee:

Eleanor Jawon Choi (Hanyang University)

Youjin Hahn (Yonsei University)

Jong-Suk Han (Ajou University)

Biung-Ghi Ju (Seoul National University)

Jun Hyung Kim (KAIST)

Jungmin Lee (Seoul National University)

Seojeong (Jay) Lee (Seoul National University)

Seunghoon Lee (Yonsei University)

Deockhyun Ryu (Chung-Ang University)

Serena Rhee (Chung-Ang University)

Euncheol Shin (KAIST)