Recommendation│06
Prologue: This is how I see the world│10

1.
Turkish neutral diplomacy

News Briefing: The Rising Master of Neutral Diplomacy?│16
Newstoon: Turkey's Neutral Diplomacy│21
Behind the Scenes: Neutral Diplomacy: "How Do You Do That?"│26

2.
You can't!

News Briefing: A Frozen World: I Protect My Country │36
Newstoon: You Can't!│41
Behind the Scenes: "Western Europe OK, East Asia Not?" Japan's New Challenge│45

3.
Taiwan is mine

News Briefing: China and Taiwan: An Uneasy Coexistence That Shaken the World Order│52
Newstoon: Taiwan is Mine│58
Behind the Scenes: China and Taiwan: Similar Yet Different Stories│63

4.
We can't live on oil alone!

News Briefing: The Transformation of an Oil Empire? The Big Picture for the Middle East│72
Newstoon: You Can't Live on Oil Alone!│77
Behind the Scenes: The 'Korean Dream' Achieved in the Sandstorm│82

5.
Russia's nuclear threat

News Briefing: Why Is Russia Playing the Nuclear Card?│90
Newstoon: Russia's Nuclear Threat│94
Behind the Scenes: The History of Nuclear Weapons: A Power That Threatens the Future of Humanity│99

6.
Iran, in a dilemma!

News Briefing: Hamas and Hezbollah Under Attack, Iran Hesitating│108
Newstoon: Iran in a Catch-22!│115
Behind the scenes: One Islam, but different paths.
The Sunni and Shia Story│120

7. The frightening growth of AI

News Briefing: Are Human Jobs Safe in the AI ​​Era?│128
Newstoon: The Terrifying Growth of AI│135
Behind the Scenes: How New Technologies Take Away Jobs│140

8.
Israel, while we're at it, a king too?

News Briefing: Israel vs. Palestine: The Never-ending Conflict│148
Newstoon: Israel: While You're at it, why not a King?│155
Behind the Scenes: The History of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict│160

9.
Is Southeast Asia also experiencing low birth rates?

News Briefing: Is Economic Growth Possible Despite a Declining Birth Rate?│168
Newstoon: Low Birth Rates in Southeast Asia?│176
Behind the Scenes: Escaping the Middle-Income Trap│181

10.
Africa is rising!

News Briefing: Africa in the Spotlight│190
Newstoon: Africa is Rising!│198
Behind the Scenes: Can Africa Break the Chain of Exploitation?│203

Newstoon is back globally!
This time, it's hot issues happening not only on the Korean Peninsula, but all over the world!

『Newstoon, an Eye to See the World』, which has been loved by readers and praised as “difficult international news at a glance!”, has returned with Volume 2, a global edition.
While the previous work examined the international situation focusing on Korea and its neighboring countries, this installment explores ten key issues unfolding on a broader global stage, encompassing Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, through captivating storytelling.
Let's put an end to the prejudice that international affairs are difficult and rigid! Let's broaden our perspective on the world through delightful comics and in-depth commentary.

In a rapidly changing world,
What else is happening today?
How the world works, as seen through the flow of news!

The rapid advancement of technology and the emergence of AI are having a tremendous impact on all aspects of our lives.
We live in an age where breaking news is constantly pouring in even while we are watching, listening, or reading the news.
The world is changing every moment, and we are already experiencing those changes in real time.

Globalization has brought about enormous changes around the world.
The boundaries between national borders and ideologies were becoming increasingly blurred, capital and logistics freely crossed borders, and the world seemed to be integrating into one.
The expansion of the global market has promoted cooperation and competition among various countries, and the sharing of information and technology has accelerated human progress.

But in recent years, the world has once again entered an era of division and conflict.
The Russo-Ukrainian War that erupted in 2023 left a deep rift in the international community, and the relentless armed conflict that erupted in the Middle East is shaking not only regional instability but also the global economy and diplomatic order.
Moreover, China's rapid rise, driven by AI technology, and its military pressure on Taiwan are becoming more blatant, further intensifying the conflict between the US and China in the technological, economic, and military spheres.

Especially since the inauguration of the second Trump administration, the international situation has become increasingly unpredictable.
Tensions are also rising with America's allies, including the European Union, South Korea, and Japan, and even Canada, once considered a close ally, is responding by boycotting American products in protest of what it sees as unfair treatment by the United States.
As America's "America First" policy strengthens, countries in Europe, Asia, and South America are also solidifying their own nationally centered economic and security strategies.
Protectionism and blocization are more prominent than global cooperation, and uncertainty in the global economy is growing.
The international community is no longer able to maintain the stable order of the past, and we are entering an era where events that were previously unimaginable are becoming reality.
We face a future that is more complex and uncertain than ever before.

Let's understand the complexities of the international community in an easy and fun way!
Understand global issues in a single breath through comics and text!

The world will change more rapidly and become more difficult to predict in the future.
Understanding these changes requires a broader perspective and deeper analysis than ever before.
In a rapidly changing world, accurately grasping the flow without losing sight of it will be a crucial task.
So, isn't it possible to understand the flow of this complex world in an easy and interesting way?

The answer to this question is contained in this book.
『Eyes on the World, Newstoon 2』 Global Edition goes beyond simply conveying the superficial content of the news.
It helps readers understand the essence of events happening around the world, explore their background and meaning, and think for themselves.
It will be a useful guide not only for young people but also for adult readers interested in international affairs.
In this global edition, we've selected 10 major news stories from around the world, including Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and Asia.
It provides a three-dimensional view of how the international community operates, focusing on issues that will continue to have an impact over time.
Each issue is not simply a list of events, but is structured to delve into the dynamics and background between countries, allowing readers to gain a broader perspective.

Specifically, the book is divided into three main sections.
The first is a 'news briefing', which summarizes the main events of each topic from a neutral point of view.
The second is 'Newstoon', which visualizes the news in a comic format full of humor and knowledge, making it easier to understand the situation.
Finally, 'Behind the Scenes' helps readers gain a deeper understanding by explaining the historical facts and background related to the news, and cleverly addresses the issue of timeliness as 'news that has already passed.'
I sincerely hope that this book will provide young people with the knowledge necessary to understand modern society, while also helping them develop their own perspectives on the world in this complex political climate.