Defense & Security
Yoon lauds nuclear progress at US-ROK summit, but critics remain unconvinced
Experts say nuclear consultation deal is unlikely to ease ROK public’s doubts about US or enthusiasm for nuke program
Geopolitical risks lurk as South Korea ramps up arms exports
ROK’s defense industry elevates economy but also forces Seoul into difficult positions between neighbors and partners
Why the US-ROK summit will be an important litmus test for Yoon’s foreign policy
South Korea’s president will seek economic deals and security guarantees to justify his staunchly pro-US rhetoric
Russian threats of reprisal if South Korea arms Ukraine likely bluster: Experts
Seoul’s change of heart about role in the war has led some in Moscow to raise specter of arming North Korea in revenge
Despite improved ROK-Japan ties, an intel alliance remains a step too far
A trilateral intelligence pact would help to counter North Korea, but distrust between Seoul and Tokyo stands in the way
How improved South Korea-Japan ties will impact the Indo-Pacific region
While both are focused on DPRK, Seoul has taken a less clear stance than Tokyo in alignment battle between US and China
Why South Korea is paying close attention to the indictment of Donald Trump
Seoul's fear of abandonment will rise again if former president remains favorite for GOP nomination in 2024, experts say