Defense & Security
DeepSeek’s open-source AI poses new threats to South Korean security
North Korea and China could use nonproprietary AI like R1 to boost capabilities in cyberwarfare, disinformation and more
January 30, 2025
Vietnam’s $276 million deal for K9 howitzers deepens ties with South Korea
The arms sale underscores Hanoi’s push for military modernization and Seoul’s expanding role in Southeast Asian security
January 28, 2025
Former South Korean defense minister walks back testimony to defend president
Yoon Suk-yeol admits martial law was potentially illegal but claims he did not intend to execute the decree
January 27, 2025
Trump’s return, South Korea’s fiscal debate, and Yoon’s legal troubles — Ep. 59
The Korea Pro team discusses Trump’s presidency, fiscal stimulus calls and South Korea’s ongoing political strife
January 24, 2025
South Korea’s military faces calls for reform as martial law dust settles
Experts say systemic changes are needed to depoliticize leadership and strengthen civilian oversight
January 23, 2025
Trump returns to power with policies that could strain US-South Korea relations
Trade conflicts, military costs and exclusion from diplomacy with North Korea pose risks for Seoul’s future
January 21, 2025
Yoon’s arrest, Trump’s inauguration and South Korea’s dilemmas — Ep. 57
How Yoon’s fall from power and Trump’s potential plans for North Korea complicate Seoul’s security future
January 17, 2025
Yoon Suk-yeol becomes first sitting president arrested in South Korea
Markets show optimism, but political uncertainty looms over governance and security challenges
January 16, 2025
Military leadership void threatens South Korea’s national security and stability
With top defense posts vacant, trials of senior officials expose cracks in military readiness amid regional tensions
January 14, 2025
The ironclad illusion: South Korea’s crisis puts alliance with US to the test
Blinken’s reassurances ring hollow after Yoon’s martial law. Washington needs to do more to speak up for ROK democracy
January 7, 2025
