Defense & Security
Opposition wins committee leadership, lithium factory fire tragedy — Ep. 26
Jeongmin and John discuss domestic politics and a deadly industrial accident that took the lives of dozens of workers
June 28, 2024
Putin’s Pyongyang visit heightens South Korea’s security dilemma
South Korea faces tough choices as Russia and North Korea deepen ties, potentially impacting regional stability
June 27, 2024
South Korean conservatives revive nuclear weapons talk amid regional tensions
Ruling party leadership race fuels debate on nuclear armament despite US efforts to strengthen extended deterrence
June 26, 2024
South Korea’s opposition gains upper hand in legislative power struggle
Democratic Party could use control of key committees to obstruct Yoon’s economic reforms and foreign policy
June 25, 2024
Freedom Edge trilateral exercise looms as North Korea-Russia partnership grows
US, South Korea and Japan pledge stronger cooperation while warning of threats to regional stability
June 25, 2024
Former admiral sails toward ambassador post as Seoul-Canberra ties deepen
Sim Seung-seob’s potential appointment reflects South Korea’s focus on strengthening military ties with Australia
June 21, 2024
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
