Defense & Security
South Korea’s approach to US negotiations risks undermining national sovereignty
Seoul seeks to link OPCON transfer and nuclear processing to tariff relief, but this could erode its leverage with Trump
July 14, 2025
When nations united: 75 years of global good through the United Nations Command
From armistice to modern threats, the UNC remains a pillar of peace, unity and readiness on the Korean Peninsula
July 12, 2025
Trump tariffs pressure Seoul, BOK holds steady and Samsung slips — Ep. 87
Korea Pro dissects Seoul’s trade-security strategy, economic stress signals and Samsung’s faltering chip position
July 11, 2025
Ukraine offers South Korea entry to Europe’s defense core — but at a price
Joint ventures with European firms could cement Seoul’s role in NATO but risks legal, political and strategic backlash
July 9, 2025
Yoon administration accused of illegal military aid to Ukraine under lease deal
Alleged illegal support under Yoon could limit Seoul’s ability to deepen non-lethal aid or expand NATO security ties
July 8, 2025
Lee ponders China parade, press conference, Poland lands tanks — Ep. 86
Korea Pro unpacks China’s Victory Day invite, $6B Poland tank deal, Lee’s presser and growing probes into Yoon-era
July 4, 2025
South Korea in June 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from June 1 to 30, 2025, and key outlook for July 2025
June 30, 2025
First civilian nominated to lead South Korea’s defense ministry in over 60 years
Ahn Gyu-back’s appointment marks Lee Jae-myung’s first major step to rebuild trust in military oversight institutions
June 27, 2025
South Korea deepens NATO ties with new defense industry consultative body
Lee Jae-myung signals continuity with Yoon-era strategy but European procurement bias may limit ROK firm access
June 27, 2025
Japanese leader’s move to skip NATO summit reveals opening for Seoul-Tokyo ties
Ishiba signaled respect to South Korea, but his uncertain political future highlights fragility of bilateral cooperation
June 25, 2025
