Defense & Security
South Korea-France supply chain deals deepen ties but sharpen rivalry
Agreements on nuclear energy, minerals and tech align supply chains even as EU policy risks limiting market access
April 6, 2026
South Korea’s KF-21 ambitions faces uncertainty amid financing and trust issues
Indonesia negotiations highlight growing reliance on state-backed financing and uneven partner commitment dynamics
April 3, 2026
Trump’s mixed signals, energy risks and South Korea’s security role — Ep. 126
Mixed signals from Washington as Seoul faces security demands, energy disruptions and domestic policy challenges
April 3, 2026
South Korea links energy, minerals and defense in Indonesia state visit push
MOUs on LNG and minerals align with KF-21 demand as Hormuz disruption forces coordinated supply and delivery strategy
April 2, 2026
Iran oil shock forces Seoul to weigh its energy needs against alignment with US
South Korea’s ties to the West have made it more politically difficult to coordinate with Tehran
April 1, 2026
South Korea in March 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from March 1 to 27, 2026, and key outlook for April 2026
March 31, 2026
Oil shock fallout, reported Russia imports and KF-21 rollout — Ep. 125
Rising prices strain the economy as South Korea explores new supply options and navigates shifting alliances
March 27, 2026
South Korea’s KF-21 rollout tests defense exports under energy shock
Mass production milestone collides with supply constraints, raising questions over delivery and export execution
March 26, 2026
Philippines defense shift tests South Korea’s export model edge
Manila’s pivot to deterrence and alignment changes procurement criteria, challenging Korea’s cost-driven approach
March 24, 2026
South Korea’s slow response to Hormuz crisis exposes strategic constraints
Alliance pressures and sanctions risks limit South Korea’s ability to secure energy access amid rising prices
March 23, 2026
