Defense & Security
How South Korea’s transactional diplomacy threatens Indo-Pacific partnerships
The juggling of regional cooperation values and European economic interests could impact Seoul’s international standing
July 14, 2023
Why South Korea’s outreach to NATO could pose problems at home
Diplomacy toward bloc brings potential to expand Seoul’s export market, but risks relations with Beijing and Moscow
July 12, 2023
How South Korea’s burgeoning arms industry shakes up NATO dynamics
Increased ROK defense exports poised to shift its influence within NATO as Yoon gears up for his second summit
July 7, 2023
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
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
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
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
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
