Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
Analysis
How K-pop and anime help South Korea and Japan rebuild their relationship
Mutual interest in music, animation and culture boost travel and other exchanges despite disagreements over history
April 11, 2023
Briefings
South Korea and Canada celebrate diplomatic ties and push for more cooperation
April 11, 2023
Briefings
South Korea and U.S. to discuss leaked Pentagon documents over eavesdropping
April 10, 2023
Analysis
‘Servant of Japan’: South Korea’s opposition challenges Yoon’s rapprochement
The Democratic Party has pushed Yoon on Fukushima, called for an official ‘Dokdo Day’ to celebrate disputed islets
April 7, 2023
Analysis
Why South Korea is paying close attention to the indictment of Donald Trump
Seoul's fear of abandonment will rise again if former president remains favorite for GOP nomination in 2024, experts say
March 31, 2023
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
