Choco Pies, Economic Gains, and the Opening of North Korea:

Authors

• Quinci Rasband

Keywords

Korean War armistice, inter-Korean relations, Kaesong Industrial Complex

Abstract

Since the armistice was signed putting a hold on the Korean War (July 27, 1953) and officially created two separate entities, has there ever been a time when North Korea and South Korea—two diametrically opposed countries— worked together towards a common goal? If there really was such a time when North Korea and South Korea collaborated, one can wonder how this was received in the minds of North Koreans and South Koreans. While it is challenging to understand North Korean citizens’ perceptions of events, delving into accessible sources can shed light onto South Korea’s viewpoint of inter-Korean relations. One such time when South Korean citizens were satisfied with the interaction between the two countries is the Kaesong Industrial Complex (KIC).

Recommended Citation

Rasband, Quinci (2026) "Choco Pies, Economic Gains, and the Opening of North Korea:," BYU Asian Studies Student Journal: Vol. 11, Article 10.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/asj/vol11/iss1/10