Briefings
South Korea and Japan revive military exchanges and cooperation
The two nations aim to enhance bilateral and trilateral security cooperation through high-level visits and exercises
July 30, 2024
US, ROK, Japan institutionalize defense cooperation to confront regional threats
Trilateral Security Cooperation Framework agreement includes joint exercises, information sharing and consultations
July 29, 2024
South Korea to focus on follow-up measures for Czech nuclear project
Trade ministry’s optimism about nuclear power export masks concerns of cost overruns and potential project delays
July 26, 2024
South Korea probes stainless steel dumping amid industry pressure
Seoul's trade commission holds hearings on imports from four Asian countries following major steelmaker’s plea
July 25, 2024
Newly-elected ruling party leader will emerge as a challenge and asset for Yoon
Han Dong-hoon might challenge president’s authority, but independent stance may shield Yoon from impeachment
July 24, 2024
Biden exits 2024 race, passes torch to Vice President Kamala Harris
Potential Harris administration will likely lead to continuity in U.S. security and economic policies toward South Korea
July 23, 2024
South Korean companies affected by global IT outage, but damage less severe
Presidential office attributes limited impact to domestic IT infrastructure, but concerns over vulnerabilities persist
July 22, 2024
South Korea secures Czech nuclear deal, boosting Yoon’s energy export pledge
Ongoing intellectual property dispute and potential Trump return pose challenges to Seoul’s expansion plans in Europe
July 19, 2024
Indictment of ex-CIA analyst for South Korea ties raises concerns
The indictment could chill Korea-focused think tanks and complicate South Korea’s lobbying efforts in the US
July 18, 2024
South Korea’s carbon-free energy plan masks renewable energy inertia
New carbon-free energy plan aims to boost exports, but minimal increase in renewable targets casts doubt on commitment
July 17, 2024
