Korean Exports (1950s)

The film discusses the importance of exports for a country's economic progress, specifically highlighting South Korea's growth in this area. It showcases various products that Korea exports, including plywood, automobile parts, textiles, and food items, emphasizing their quality and craftsmanship. The film illustrates the global reach of Korean products, with exports to over 63 nations, and notes the significant increase in export value from $30 million in 1960 to nearly $300 million. The role of the Korean Trade Promotion Corporation (KOTRA) in promoting and maintaining the quality of these exports is also highlighted. Keywords Korea, exports, economic progress, KOTRA, plywood, automobile parts, textiles, food, craftsmanship, global trade, 1960, trade promotion Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.