Defense & Security
Lee Jae-myung’s self-reliant defense plan undermined by dependence on US systems
Plan for military sovereignty relies on satellites, drones and networks that remain years from full capability
October 2, 2025
US shutdown threatens South Korea’s trade talks and joint drills with USFK
Tariff talks stall, USFK faces furloughs and lost jobs data clouds Bank of Korea’s outlook ahead of rate decision
October 2, 2025
South Korea in September 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from September 1 to 30, 2025, and key outlook for October 2025
October 1, 2025
Lee’s UNGA diplomacy, IMF forecast and Korea’s buyback crackdown — Ep. 99
The Korea Pro team dissects President Lee’s packed New York agenda, and Seoul’s tougher corporate-governance push
September 26, 2025
Joint trilateral statement masks growing frictions in US-ROK-Japan relations
Georgia raid, tariff fight and Japan’s leadership change threaten the supply-chain and tech goals agreed in New York
September 24, 2025
Drone incursions against NATO highlight South Korea’s lingering vulnerability
While Poland downed Russian UAVs, Seoul still lags behind in efforts to stop North Korea’s battlefield-tested drones
September 23, 2025
Lee Jae-myung denounces ‘submissive mindset’ in bid to reframe ROK defense
President’s sharp rhetoric signals psychological and strategic shift in South Korea’s alliance posture with US
September 22, 2025
Fed cut, Trump tariff threat and Lee’s 123 tasks — Ep. 98
The Korea Pro team examines US rate cuts, tariff tensions, Mexico’s auto duties and the Lee’s sweeping policy agenda
September 19, 2025
Ukraine envoy courts South Korean investment as Russia-DPRK ties deepen
In an exclusive interview, Ponomarenko calls for advanced air defense systems and rapid Korean investment in key sectors
September 17, 2025
South Korea’s drone warrior plan faces hurdles beyond training and hardware
Experts warn Seoul’s initiative may stall without institutional reform, feedback loops and doctrinal flexibility
September 17, 2025
