Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
Analysis
How South Korea uses arms sales to foster strategic relations with ASEAN
Seoul’s strategy highlights a shift from mere weapons transfers to addressing emerging security issues
June 7, 2023
Analysis
Why China is the elephant in the room for South Korea’s foreign policy
Seoul may struggle to ignore worsening diplomatic ties with largest trade partner, sponsor of ‘main enemy’ North Korea
May 26, 2023
Analysis
High steaks: The complicated politics of beef and food imports in South Korea
Consumers hit by high prices may benefit from freer markets, but Seoul will need to manage impact on domestic producers
May 25, 2023
Analysis
South Korea hopes to flex middle power with first Pacific Islands summit
Experts say ROK’s ‘modest’ influence has room to grow across region as it straddles line between the US and China
May 25, 2023
Analysis
Why South Korea and Japan’s radar link plan might be bad news for China
Disagreement between Korea and China on the nature of the “Three Nos” policy sets the two countries on collision course
May 24, 2023
Analysis
After US and Japan summits, Seoul looks farther afield for economic cooperation
South Korea seeks to intensify trade relations with regional democracies, but legal and political challenges abound
May 22, 2023
