Defense & Security
Washington and Seoul rush to cement nuclear pact before 2024 US elections
Joint nuclear guidelines aim for completion by mid-2024, addressing North Korean threats and US election uncertainties
December 18, 2023
South Korea’s big five-year defense plan clashes with Yoon’s austerity budget
Yoon administration will face stiff opposition to ambitious military spending amid budget constraints
December 13, 2023
How South Korea’s arms trade with Poland fuels rivalry with US defense firms
Possible Warsaw withdrawal from arms deal would ease tensions in short term but ultimately intensify US-ROK competition
December 12, 2023
South Korea’s arms sales to Poland under threat from political changes in Warsaw
Political transition in Poland threatens to upend South Korea’s arms sale strategy in European defense market
December 12, 2023
South Korea’s successful spy satellite launch, cabinet reshuffle — Pilot Ep. 2
The Korea Pro team delves into South Korea's ambitions and challenges in advancing space technology
December 8, 2023
South Korea launches space surveillance, raises regional security questions
While enhancing surveillance capabilities, Seoul’s space-based ISR capability may exacerbate existing regional tensions
December 7, 2023
South Korea boosts defense capabilities with third solid-fuel rocket launch
Back-to-back satellite deployments aim to fortify South Korea’s monitoring and defense systems
December 5, 2023
South Korea’s first spy satellite signals shift toward defense autonomy
Launch of a military satellite illustrates South Korea’s effort to reduce reliance on the US while deepening cooperation
December 4, 2023
Why South Korea’s export plans for its advanced fighter jet faces challenges
As Seoul tackles partnership issues, the KF-21 jet becomes a critical element of its defense strategy
November 28, 2023
How suspending the inter-Korean military deal will shape South Korean policy
Decision could exacerbate domestic divisions over North Korea, while forcing further prioritization of defense spending
November 22, 2023
