Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
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
South Korea secures Czech nuclear deal, boosting Yoon’s energy export pledge
Ongoing intellectual property dispute and potential Trump return pose challenges to Seoul’s expansion plans in Europe
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
South Korea’s carbon-free energy plan masks renewable energy inertia
New carbon-free energy plan aims to boost exports, but minimal increase in renewable targets casts doubt on commitment
July 17, 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
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
US and South Korea ink new nuclear deterrence guidelines
Pact aims to reassure Seoul amid calls for independent arsenal, but future US policy shifts remain a concern
July 15, 2024
President Yoon Suk-yeol at NATO, employment high and party drama — Ep. 29
Jeongmin and John discuss Yoon’s NATO meetings, labor ministry data and Han Dong-hoon’s leadership bid
July 12, 2024
Yoon’s NATO summit engagement risks reversing progress in South Korea-China ties
South Korean president’s participation risks straining relations with Beijing, a key partner in managing North Korea
July 12, 2024
South Korea’s foreign talent push faces hurdles amid aging workforce
New visa policies aim to attract global expertise as demographic and cultural challenges threaten economic stability
July 10, 2024
