Samsung Economic Research Institute (SERI) is Korea’s foremost private-sector think tank. The institute’s research covers areas ranging from developments in Korea’s high-tech industries, to studies on strategic drivers, trends and issues shaping the Asian economic and business environment.

Founded in 1986, SERI has been Korea’s observer of record on economic matters for more than 20 years. As it enters its third decade, SERI has renewed its commitment to upgrading the knowledge infrastructure of the nation’s business community by providing the most reliable forecasts and analysis on the domestic and global economy.

Today SERI is a major resource of information for business leaders in Korea and beyond. Total readership for SERI’s domestic websites and publications now numbers more than 1.3 million, while its English, Chinese and Japanese readership continues to grow. Research products provided by the institute include analysis on issues in the Korean and Chinese economy, management advice from “SERICEO” and forecasts, analysis and video presentations from senior SERI researchers on economic matters of interest. The institute is regularly consulted by the government for advice on national development and policy proposals for the market economy, and is emerging as a hub for regional knowledge networks in partnership with other institutions.

The year 2006 proved to be an especially significant year for SERI as it celebrated its 20th birthday. SERI released several significant new studies, including a comprehensive review of the Korean economy over the last 20 years, and a prominent study on income polarization that challenged conventional wisdom on this contentious issue. SERI also expanded ties with research organizations in other countries.

Going forward, SERI hopes to realize its vision of being a premier knowledge resource for major players in the domestic and global economy. SERI will continue to make efforts to improve its services, expand its membership base and network with the global community.