Defense & Security
Lee prepares for high-stakes first summit with Trump in Washington this month
First US-ROK summit to test Lee Jae-myung’s ability to defend trade gains and navigate Trump’s likely defense demands
August 13, 2025
South Korea extends review of Google’s mapping data export amid US trade tension
Tariff deal without written terms could make mapping dispute a bargaining chip for Trump and Lee as lobbying accelerates
August 11, 2025
Seoul cracks down on firms as inflation risks rise and UFS drills shift — Ep. 92
Jeongmin and John unpack Seoul’s crackdown on corporate safety, cash voucher risks and UFS delays
August 8, 2025
Digital memory project rewrites Korean War remembrance on forgotten battlefield
A grassroots tour near the DMZ uses QR codes and videos to revive a British battle where official memory fell silent
August 8, 2025
South Korea in July 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from July 1 to 30, 2025, and key outlook for August 2025
August 1, 2025
US, South Korean defense chiefs reaffirm deterrence as tariff deal reshapes ties
Hegseth and Ahn emphasize joint drills and extended posture following tariff agreement and USFK tour changes
August 1, 2025
South Korea targets arms export reboot with presidential-level defense council
Lee Jae-myung’s proposed control tower aims to fix fragmented export system and boost chances in Poland, Canada bids
July 24, 2025
US, South Korea launch Chinook engine MRO pilot to deepen defense ties
New program positions Korean firms in US supply chain but exposes cyber compliance vulnerabilities
July 23, 2025
Cabinet confirmations, OPCON controversy and special envoys — Ep. 88
Korea Pro examines confirmation hearing controversies, OPCON tensions and special envoys
July 18, 2025
ROK’s $6.7B tank deal with Poland offers a foothold in face of EU protectionism
Record pact establishes production partnership likely key to sustaining cooperation as Europe’s arms industry rebuilds
July 18, 2025
