ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Abhishek Sharma

Abhishek Sharma is a research assistant with ORF's Strategic Studies Programme and a Ph.D. candidate in Korean Studies at the University of Delhi. His research focuses on the intersection of critical emerging technologies and geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific region, with special emphasis on the Korean Peninsula. His work has been published by the South China Morning Post, 9Dashline, Observer Research Foundation and The Diplomat.

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How India’s economic rise portends a new era of Indo-Korean relations

India’s ascent makes it a prime strategic partner, but ROK and India must commit to enhancing strategic partnership

Abhishek SharmaJuly 25, 2023

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The challenges ahead for South Korea’s critical minerals strategy

Although harder to pirouette around US-China rivalry, Seoul needs both as partners as it broadens global supply chains

Abhishek SharmaMay 11, 2023

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How improved South Korea-Japan ties will impact the Indo-Pacific region

While both are focused on DPRK, Seoul has taken a less clear stance than Tokyo in alignment battle between US and China

Abhishek SharmaApril 14, 2023

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South Korea’s Indo-Pacific strategy neglects the ‘Indo’ part to its detriment

Seoul largely views South Asia through an economic lens, overlooking other areas for cooperation with New Delhi

Abhishek SharmaJanuary 24, 2023

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Multilateralism key for South Korean supply chains, growing arms industry

While China threatens its autonomy, Seoul can improve economic resilience through cooperation with other regional powers

Abhishek SharmaOctober 10, 2022

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