Defense & Security
Why South Korea’s arms export boom faces geopolitical hurdles
Seoul’s defense export aspirations face hurdles amid differing motivations and industrial strengths in target regions
South Korea debates equity of military exemption for elite athletes and artists
The ongoing debate over conscription privileges for certain individuals challenges perceptions of fairness and merit
Why halting KF-21 collaboration with Jakarta could cost Seoul more than money
Dispute with Indonesia risks South Korea’s finances, regional ties and aerospace industry credibility
South Korea’s nuclear crossroads: Weighing Seoul’s options beyond US deterrence
Fears of abandonment have spurred quest for stronger nuclear assurances, but ROK faces dearth of alternative partners
How South Korea can respond to warming North Korea-Russia relations
As North Korea and Russia deepen ties, South Korea, with US and Japan, must navigate the evolving geopolitical landscape