Defense & Security
Analysis
How a payment dispute with Indonesia puts Seoul’s defense export goals at risk
Unpaid dues and new defense purchases have cast shadow on Jakarta’s commitment to joint KF-21 program with South Korea
July 4, 2023
Analysis
How Russia’s power struggles create a geopolitical quandary for South Korea
Fallout of Wagner uprising could increase factionalism and impact ties with DPRK, posing risks and opportunities for ROK
June 29, 2023
Opinion
Fixing South Korea’s military service pay gap is a strategic imperative
Resolving military morale and high turnover rates requires a cultural shift toward respect and value in military ranks
June 29, 2023
Analysis
Caught in the crossfire: How Seoul’s intel-sharing plans jeopardize China ties
US, South Korea and Japan seek to use tech to better track North Korean missiles, stirring unease in Beijing
June 27, 2023
Analysis
Why France-Korea ties remain underdeveloped despite push to boost cooperation
Cultural exchange has flourished in recent years, but Korean companies remain hesitant to reciprocate French investments
June 22, 2023
Briefings
South Korea, Saudi Arabia discuss defense cooperation and military exchanges
June 15, 2023
Briefings
$233 million loss: Samsung hit hard by former executive’s alleged tech theft
June 13, 2023
Analysis
With new strategy, Yoon Suk-yeol reimagines South Korea’s role on global stage
National Security Strategy departs from previous approach, pivoting to Japan and taking harder line on North Korea
June 8, 2023
