Defense & Security
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
October 25, 2024
Seoul signals ‘step-by-step’ plan for weapons provision to Ukraine — Ep. 44
The Korea Pro team discusses Polish drone deployment and this week's major electricity price spike for major companies
October 25, 2024
How South Korea’s Vietnam playbook provides template for DPRK troops in Russia
Seoul’s own history of profiting from foreign war illuminates what North Korea has to gain, and the risks of retaliation
October 24, 2024
South Korea announces potential weapons provision for Ukraine
The move comes after ROK confirmed North Korea has deployed troops to aid Russia’s war in Ukraine
October 23, 2024
South Korea-Russia tensions escalate, but lethal weapons provision still unclear
Seoul lawmakers show rare bipartisan unity in condemning Russia, but diverge on follow-up measures
October 22, 2024
Trump’s potential return risks South Korea’s national security and economy
A second Trump presidency would leave Seoul facing defense and trade uncertainty and challenge Yoon’s alliance strategy
October 16, 2024
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
October 15, 2024
Yoon Suk-yeol taps former chief of staff as ambassador to China
Kim Dae-ki faces economic challenges and balancing South Korea’s relations with China and the US
October 15, 2024
South Korea’s ASEAN push and economic diplomacy in action — Ep. 42
Yoon’s strategic partnerships in Southeast Asia and South Korea’s entry into a major bond index signal economic ambition
October 11, 2024
South Korea and ASEAN deepen ties through comprehensive strategic partnership
New strategic partnership prioritizes innovation in AI, green energy and resilience in global supply chains
October 11, 2024
