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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Joon Ha Park

Joon Ha Park

Joon Ha Park is a correspondent at Korea Risk Group. He has previously written on issues related to the two Koreas at The Peninsula Report, and appeared on ABC News Australia, Deutsche Welle and Monocle Radio. He specializes in offering in-depth analyses of South Korea’s defense policy, security relations and domestic politics for Korea Pro.

Analysis

South Korea poised to expand ties with NATO as alliance turns to Indo-Pacific

ROK’s role in countering North Korea and strong defense industry boost value to NATO, but Seoul must balance China ties

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha ParkOctober 25, 2024
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Why the results of South Korea’s by-elections mask growing political fissures

Both major parties faced potent challenges in traditional strongholds, but experts say they’re unlikely to change tack

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha ParkOctober 22, 2024
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Unsung heroes of Korean literature demand more support and recognition

Translators face financial challenges and policy shifts despite playing a key role in promoting Korean voices abroad

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha ParkOctober 17, 2024
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South Korea and Japan eye stronger ties but history and strategy complicate path

Defense cooperation is vital, but unresolved wartime issues and conflicting priorities hinder meaningful progress

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha ParkOctober 15, 2024
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Survivors of Gwangju Uprising break silence on sexual violence after 40 years

Testimonies reveal systemic abuse and the failures in South Korea’s support for victims of state violence

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha ParkOctober 11, 2024
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South Korea faces growing cyber threats from allies and enemies alike

Rising threats from multiple nations and private actors lead to calls for stronger defenses and global cooperation

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha Park | Shreyas ReddyOctober 8, 2024
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South Korea’s Cheonan survivors still awaiting mental health support

Despite new legislation, survivors continue to face societal stigma and slow government recognition of PTSD and trauma

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha ParkOctober 1, 2024
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South Korea’s independent theaters face extinction amid multiplex dominance

Experts say corporate control over film industry crowds out smaller players, to detriment of creativity and diversity

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha ParkSeptember 26, 2024
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South Korea’s e-sports professionals face career instability amid education gaps

A fragmented education system and dependence on limited game titles threaten the future of the country’s e-sports stars

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha ParkSeptember 24, 2024
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Homelessness in South Korea remains underreported and under-supported

Despite a decline, experts highlight critical gaps in housing access and essential services for vulnerable groups

Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha Park | Shreyas ReddySeptember 19, 2024
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