Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
Analysis
Conservative base still behind Yoon, but broader support appears to wane
Approval ratings drop after Japan summit, but myriad other factors likely behind South Korean president’s unpopularity
March 31, 2023
Analysis
How the defense industry helps support South Korea’s foreign policy goals
Arms sales may help Seoul align with like-minded democracies but could invite pushback from powerful neighbors
March 29, 2023
Analysis
How South Korea can counter China’s tactic of low-key confrontation
Beijing has made use of gray-zone tactics to goad Seoul without inciting conflict, flipping around logic of deterrence
March 27, 2023
Analysis
Why Chinese spy balloons could be harbingers for US-ROK alliance tensions
Diverging interests and threat perceptions among the allies prevent a military consensus on threat posed by China
March 23, 2023
Analysis
Yoon’s Southeast Asia approach continues old policies, but still lacks clarity
Experts see continuity with New Southern Policy, but Seoul may be spreading itself too thin across Indo-Pacific
March 22, 2023
Briefings
Opposition leader tables bill to officially recognize Oct. 25 as ‘Dokdo Day’
March 22, 2023
Analysis
Why AUKUS could have knock-on effects on South Korea-Australia defense ties
Changing security environment in Indo-Pacific is giving Canberra second thoughts about acquiring South Korean weapons
March 21, 2023
