Defense & Security
US, ROK, Japan institutionalize defense cooperation to confront regional threats
Trilateral Security Cooperation Framework agreement includes joint exercises, information sharing and consultations
July 29, 2024
Sue Mi Terry indictment fallout, proposed FARA-like law in South Korea — Ep. 31
Jeongmin and John explore political tensions over the Terry case and discuss a proposed law to regulate foreign agents
July 26, 2024
After Sue Mi Terry, South Korea debates need for crackdown on foreign influence
Broad scope of proposed ROK version of FARA risks turning law into political weapon and straining alliances
July 24, 2024
Biden exits 2024 race, passes torch to Vice President Kamala Harris
Potential Harris administration will likely lead to continuity in U.S. security and economic policies toward South Korea
July 23, 2024
South Korean companies affected by global IT outage, but damage less severe
Presidential office attributes limited impact to domestic IT infrastructure, but concerns over vulnerabilities persist
July 22, 2024
Nuclear energy, Trump assassination attempt, Sue Mi Terry indicted — Ep. 30
Jeongmin and John discuss recent global events impacting South Korea and preview the upcoming PPP leadership race
July 19, 2024
Indictment of ex-CIA analyst for South Korea ties raises concerns
The indictment could chill Korea-focused think tanks and complicate South Korea’s lobbying efforts in the US
July 18, 2024
US conservative agenda reveals possible cracks in alliance with South Korea
Project 2025 suggests prioritizing Taipei over Seoul in a conflict, likely stoking South Korea’s abandonment fears
July 16, 2024
South Korea’s cost-effective guided rocket hits bullseye in US military test
LIG Nex1 aims for US export deal after successful evaluation of its cost-effective weapon system
July 16, 2024
Seoul braces for potential US policy shift after Trump assassination attempt
Belief incident will increase Trump’s popularity has investors flocking to overseas assets and domestic defense stocks
July 15, 2024
