| Risk of investing in Korea:Since the Fund invests in securities of Korean companies, the value of the assets of the Fund may be affected by uncertainties such as changes in government policies, taxation, fluctuations in foreign exchange rates, social and religious instability, political, economic or other developments in the law or regulations of Korea. Equities risk:The value of, and income derived from, equity securities held may fall as well as rise and the Fund may not recoup the original amount invested in such securities. The prices of and the income generated by equity securities may decline in response to certain events, including the activities and results of the issuer, general economic and market conditions, regional or global economic instability and currency and interest rate fluctuations.Investment risk: There can be no assurance that the Fund will achieve its investment objective. There is no guarantee of the repayment of principal. The instruments invested by the Fund may fall in value. |