Defense & Security
Russia-DPRK ties, Seoul-Beijing talks, ROK arms exports — Ep. 25
Jeongmin and John analyze Putin’s visit to North Korea, 2+2 talks with China and Seoul’s defense industry expansion
June 21, 2024
South Korea weighs military aid to Ukraine as Moscow, Pyongyang strengthen ties
Seoul’s decision to provide lethal weapons to Kyiv may have far-reaching geopolitical consequences
June 21, 2024
South Korea faces geopolitical balancing act as Russia and North Korea align
Ambiguous “mutual assistance” clause and potential military cooperation threaten Seoul’s security
June 20, 2024
South Korea’s security at risk as Russia and North Korea strengthen partnership
Trilateral cooperation with US, Japan and seeking China’s help on North Korea among likely moves
June 20, 2024
Former president’s memoir reveals risks for South Korea’s foreign policy
Moon Jae-in’s memoir and potential progressive presidents’ stances toward Japan and China signal diplomatic risks
June 19, 2024
South Korea and China hold key talks amid rising Russia-North Korea ties
The diplomatic meeting comes as Putin visits North Korea, raising regional security concerns for Seoul
June 19, 2024
How Seoul can respond to new security threats from a Putin trip to Pyongyang
Russia and North Korea could bolster military ties at summit, but South Korea has ways to counter such cooperation
June 17, 2024
South Korea’s defense chief aims to bolster ties with Poland and Romania
Shin Won-sik aims to address financing issues and capitalize on Eastern Europe’s military modernization plans
June 17, 2024
Yoon’s Central Asia trip, renewable energy targets, Lina’s farewell — Ep. 24
The team discusses South Korea’s critical mineral deals, renewable energy challenges and Lina’s Korea Pro experience
June 14, 2024
Yoon embarks on Central Asian economic diplomacy amid inter-Korean tensions
South Korean president seeks to expand business ties while facing potential criticism and provocations from North Korea
June 11, 2024
