Opinion
South Korea’s quest for global pivotal status: A leap or overreach?
South Korea’s potential ascension to a global pivotal state involves navigating complex geopolitical realities and risks
July 28, 2023
Fixing South Korea’s military service pay gap is a strategic imperative
Resolving military morale and high turnover rates requires a cultural shift toward respect and value in military ranks
June 29, 2023
Love vs law: South Korea must act now to enshrine marriage equality for all
LGBTQ+ rights have taken steps forward in recent years, but a lack of legal protections is a major obstacle to progress
June 7, 2023
The dichotomy of pride and prejudice: South Korea’s LGBTQ struggle
A former diplomat’s experiences shed light on South Korea’s complex attitudes toward the rainbow community
May 18, 2023
Springtime for South Korea-Japan: blossoming relations, uncertain future
Recent signs of rapprochement offer optimism, but deeper issues require careful collaboration
May 5, 2023
How Islamophobia in South Korea threatens the country’s image and economy
The ROK seeks to attract and boost immigrants, but it risks driving away Muslims if they don’t feel welcome
February 17, 2023
South Korea must change how it views Africa for economic ties to flourish
Seoul’s relationship with the continent remains premised on an outdated model of finished goods for natural resources
January 20, 2023
Trade or die? South Korea’s stellar exports can’t keep up with fuel costs
ROK running like crazy just to stay still as it logs first trade deficit in more than a decade
January 11, 2023
South Korea must make maritime security a pillar of its Indo-Pacific strategy
Emerging threats require Seoul to focus less on ground forces and pursue naval cooperation with regional partners
January 2, 2023
South Korea must improve mental health services after the Itaewon tragedy
Young people already under chronic stress now face collective trauma, underlining need for universal mental health care
December 9, 2022
