Defense & Security
South Korea faces tough choices due to Trump’s hardline stance on China
Trump could demand defense cost hikes and tough approach to Taiwan, straining Seoul’s ties with Washington and Beijing
November 11, 2024
South Korea strengthens NATO cyber ties as new threats emerge globally
ROK’s NATO ties bring cyber defense cooperation amid pro-Russia hacktivist threats, Trump-era US uncertainties
November 11, 2024
Trump’s win sparks defense, trade concerns in South Korea — Ep. 46
The Korea Pro team analyzes how Trump’s return to the White House could reshape U.S.-ROK alliance and economic ties
November 8, 2024
South Korea eyes AUKUS role and Ukraine mission as Trump wins US election
Seoul weighs strategic tech partnership with AUKUS while balancing its relations with Washington, Beijing and Moscow
November 8, 2024
South Korea’s arms export boom at risk amid opposition’s push for restrictions
Proposed laws targeting conflict-zone sales could impact defense industry growth, innovation and global partnerships
November 6, 2024
Yoon’s Ukraine strategy confronts opposition push to restrict weapons exports
ROK lawmakers want to limit executive power to send arms, fearing fallout with Russia, but risk hurting defense industry
November 5, 2024
What a Harris presidency could mean for South Korea’s economic and security ties
Seoul can expect export controls and compliance demands if vice president wins, impacting trade, nuclear energy and more
November 1, 2024
ROK’s Ukraine policy, espionage in China and Czech nuclear deal delays — Ep. 45
The Korea Pro team discusses Seoul’s potential Ukraine role, an espionage case in China and nuclear power negotiations
November 1, 2024
South Korea boosts drone arsenal with combat-proven Warmate UAVs from Poland
Acquisition of “suicide drones” marks a leap forward in Seoul’s push for advanced, attack-capable military technology
October 30, 2024
South Korea confronts ethical risks of interrogating North Koreans in Ukraine
While critics fear export of torture if ROK dispatches advisers, it’s in Seoul’s interest to uphold international law
October 29, 2024
