Briefings
South Korea diversifies trade and diplomacy at APEC ahead of Trump’s return
Yoon Suk-yeol’s meetings focus on boosting ties with China, Japan and key resource-rich nations
November 18, 2024
Yoon eyes US and Japan cooperation on security issues as he visits Latin America
Yoon’s meeting with Biden and Ishiba to focus on North Korean troops in Russia, while Trump plans come into play
November 15, 2024
South Korea and Indonesia deepen energy partnership to bolster resource security
Seoul eyes mineral supplies and stable LNG imports as it braces for US trade uncertainty
November 14, 2024
Trump’s choice for State and National Security Adviser mixed bag for South Korea
Rubio and Waltz may bolster joint defense against North Korea but demand Seoul play bigger role in Taiwan contingency
November 13, 2024
South Korea explores limited Ukraine support as Trump signals policy shift
Defense ministry’s advisory approach likely aims to support NATO without escalating tensions with Russia
November 12, 2024
South Korea strengthens NATO cyber ties as new threats emerge globally
ROK’s NATO ties bring cyber defense cooperation amid pro-Russia hacktivist threats, Trump-era US uncertainties
November 11, 2024
South Korea eyes AUKUS role and Ukraine mission as Trump wins US election
Seoul weighs strategic tech partnership with AUKUS while balancing its relations with Washington, Beijing and Moscow
November 8, 2024
South Korea launches joint task force to stop tech leaks and secure innovation
New government initiatives tackle tech theft risks, leveraging partnership with US and Japan for stronger enforcement
November 7, 2024
Agreement between US and South Korea sets stage for stricter nuclear exports
Enhanced export controls under provisional MOU may delay KHNP’s nuclear bids in Europe’s energy market
November 6, 2024
Korea’s health system looks to foreign workers for new premium contributions
Proposal may ease NHIS strain slightly but leaves systemic aging and healthcare cost issues unresolved
November 5, 2024
