Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
Plans to relocate the National Assembly and halting livelihood debates — Ep. 11
Yoon pauses debates, US and Japan will upgrade their alliance, and South Korean doctors elect a new leader
March 29, 2024
How plans to upgrade US-Japan defense pact complicate Seoul’s strategic calculus
South Korea may double-down on trilateral cooperation to avoid being sidelined, but risks blowback from neighbors
March 26, 2024
South Korea, Romania emphasize deepening ties amid global uncertainties
Seoul looks to Bucharest for defense and energy cooperation, even as legal disputes with Westinghouse persist
March 26, 2024
South Korea eyes joining G7, but faces hurdles amid democratic backsliding
Bid to join elite group will depend on ability to address domestic and global challenges, including risks for China ties
March 20, 2024
South Korea seeks trade gains with UK, Lithuania amid global tensions
Seoul aims to diversify partnerships and maintain export competitiveness but risks alienating China
March 20, 2024
South Korea hosts democracy summit as its own democratic principles erode
Blinken’s visit comes amid growing concerns about the country’s democratic backsliding under President Yoon Suk-yeol
March 18, 2024
Korean missionary’s Russia charges, scandalous ambassador pick — Ep. 9
A South Korean was arrested for spying in Russia & the president tapped an ex-defense minister as his envoy to Australia
March 15, 2024
South Korea, Saudi Arabia deepen defense ties amid regional risks
Al-Otaibi’s visit highlights growing partnership, challenges as Seoul aims for global arms market
March 14, 2024
South Korea’s military drone ambitions face challenges amid global competition
Defense firms hope UAVs will be next big export, but experts say underdeveloped systems still hinder ROK’s potential
March 13, 2024
Russia arrests South Korean over alleged espionage, ties likely to sour further
This marks the first time Russia has detained a South Korean citizen on spy charges, further complicating relations
March 13, 2024
