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South Korea’s $150 billion shipbuilding gamble faces choppy waters in Washington
Protectionist policies, political turnover and procurement culture may limit Seoul’s strategic and economic gains
August 14, 2025
Europe’s defense push tests South Korea’s role in strategic arms supply chain
South Korean defense firms must deliver more than speed to compete in Europe’s localization-first rearmament strategy
May 6, 2025
South Korean arms deals at risk as Poland struggles to secure funding
“Polonization” of equipment in jeopardy as new government inherits unclear financing for multibillion-dollar contracts
May 20, 2024
Seoul’s ‘K-Defense’ push in the Philippines faces political, strategic hurdles
South Korea aims to bolster military cooperation with Manila, but election results and China’s actions loom large
April 16, 2024
Brazilian aircraft procurement sparks industry concerns in South Korea
Decision to acquire Brazilian transport aircraft serves immediate defense needs but impacts domestic aerospace industry
January 16, 2024
Why South Korea’s export plans for its advanced fighter jet faces challenges
As Seoul tackles partnership issues, the KF-21 jet becomes a critical element of its defense strategy
November 28, 2023
Hanwha’s submarine bid: South Korea’s stakes amid Chinese maritime threats
Seoul’s advanced naval tech pitch confronts geopolitical and strategic challenges in the Philippines
November 1, 2023
FTA signing: South Korea and Philippines at a crossroads
Amid celebration, the agreement signals upcoming tests in implementation and diplomacy
October 12, 2023
Why South Korea’s insular geopolitical outlook puts its ASEAN outreach at risk
There are many benefits to expanding economic collaboration with Southeast Asia but only if Seoul can sustain it
September 19, 2023
How the Camp David summit underscores South Korea’s stance on South China Sea
South Korea takes firmer stance on maritime claims, departing from past ambiguity, possibly inviting Chinese retaliation
August 24, 2023
