Defense & Security
South Korean elites breaking bad? Nuclearization debate with Victor Cha — Ep. 19
Victor Cha discusses his new report on South Korean elites’ fragile opposition to nuclearization and the risks ahead
Why South Korea’s AUKUS Pillar 2 aspirations may be a distant dream
Systemic security flaws and technology leaks have called into question Seoul’s readiness for the advanced military pact
US and Asian allies divided over long-term strategy to deal with China’s rise
The US wants to contain China, Asian partners seek to deter it while maintaining economic cooperation
Foreign ministers of South Korea, China pave way for crucial trilateral meeting
Cho Tae-yul and Wang Yi set to discuss thorny bilateral relations, regional issues ahead of upcoming summit
South Korea-Japan tech spat, AUKUS challenges, Yoon’s rare presser — Ep. 18
The Korea Pro team examines the tech spat between Seoul and Tokyo and Yoon’s first press briefing in 21 months
South Korea courts Australia with advanced frigate technology
South Korea presents cutting-edge frigates to strengthen military ties with Australia but faces competition from Japan
South Korea faces financial burden as Indonesia seeks to cut KF-21 costs
Jakarta’s offer to pay one-third of original amount threatens joint project’s future and bilateral trust
South Korea being considered as potential member of AUKUS second pillar
Pillar 2 focuses on defense technology and requires a commitment to protect sensitive information
ROK holds defense, foreign ministerial talks with Australia amid power vacuum
ROK defense and foreign ministers visit Australia, former tour Hanhwa Defense facility in Victoria
US seeks “fair” and “equitable” defense cost-sharing talks with South Korea
Negotiations to determine Seoul’s share of USFK costs face resistance from South Korea’s ruling and opposition parties