Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
Yoon’s oil and gas announcement may be a strategic move in Japan negotiations
The potential discovery in the East Sea comes as a critical agreement with Japan is set to expire in 2028
June 10, 2024
Yoon’s oil claims, Japan’s rising sun flag dispute, Korea-Africa summit — Ep. 23
This week, Jeongmin and John discuss the implication of Yoon’s oil reserve claims and the ROK-Africa summit
June 7, 2024
South Korea grapples with data security as Chinese apps gain massive user base
Experts warn of potential data leakage and cyber surveillance as TikTok and Temu expand their reach in the country
June 7, 2024
Putin’s praise for Seoul’s Ukraine stance raises eyebrows, risks for South Korea
Yoon’s case-by-case approach to Russia risks undermining South Korea’s global pivotal state aspirations amid UN role
June 7, 2024
President Yoon Suk-yeol’s Africa summit pledges boost ties, but challenges loom
South Korea seeks to expand trade and investment in Africa, but must navigate infrastructure and policy hurdles
June 5, 2024
U.S., South Korea and Japan institutionalize partnership amid challenges
Ministers agree to meet to ensure continuity of trilateral cooperation in the face of political risks in each country
June 3, 2024
Seoul forced to navigate geopolitical minefield after ICC targets Israel, Hamas
Arrest warrants place ROK in tight spot between ally US and international court, as it balances interests in Middle East
May 31, 2024
New allegations Yoon meddled in marine death case fuel scrutiny of his actions
Revelation of president’s phone calls to ex-defense chief risk turning case into all-consuming political controversy
May 30, 2024
South Korea and UAE sign milestone trade agreement, boosting economic ties
UAE becomes first Arab nation to ink comprehensive economic partnership agreement with South Korea
May 30, 2024
Deadlock over radioactive waste jeopardizes future of South Korean nuclear power
Political disputes have obstructed efforts to build more storage, putting energy security and economic growth at risk
May 29, 2024
