Defense & Security
How plans to upgrade US-Japan defense pact complicate Seoul’s strategic calculus
South Korea may double-down on trilateral cooperation to avoid being sidelined, but risks blowback from neighbors
March 26, 2024
South Korea, Romania emphasize deepening ties amid global uncertainties
Seoul looks to Bucharest for defense and energy cooperation, even as legal disputes with Westinghouse persist
March 26, 2024
South Korea eyes joining G7, but faces hurdles amid democratic backsliding
Bid to join elite group will depend on ability to address domestic and global challenges, including risks for China ties
March 20, 2024
Korean missionary’s Russia charges, scandalous ambassador pick — Ep. 9
A South Korean was arrested for spying in Russia & the president tapped an ex-defense minister as his envoy to Australia
March 15, 2024
Why conscripting women to serve in South Korea’s military is a tough sell
Population decline creates big need for troops, but public opinion and institutional norms may not move quickly enough
March 14, 2024
South Korea, Saudi Arabia deepen defense ties amid regional risks
Al-Otaibi’s visit highlights growing partnership, challenges as Seoul aims for global arms market
March 14, 2024
South Korea’s military drone ambitions face challenges amid global competition
Defense firms hope UAVs will be next big export, but experts say underdeveloped systems still hinder ROK’s potential
March 13, 2024
Former South Korean defense minister’s appointment as envoy sparks controversy
Lee Jong-sup’s nomination draws criticism as he faces allegations, travel ban in marine death case
March 8, 2024
US, South Korea name negotiators for contentious defense cost-sharing deal
Trump’s potential return to White House adds urgency to concluding deal before US presidential election
March 7, 2024
Why a push to reform South Korean spy law risks a diplomatic fallout with China
Current ROK law only forbids espionage for North Korea, while focusing on punishments over measures to prevent leaks
March 4, 2024
