Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
The Rising Sun will rise again? ROK fears of Japanese militarism linger on
Controversy over South Korea’s attendance at Japan’s fleet review reflects precarious efforts to improve relations
November 9, 2022
Xi Jinping’s consolidation of power spells trouble for South Korea
China doubled down on competition with US at party congress, jeopardizing 30 years of fruitful cooperation with Seoul
October 27, 2022
What to make of the large-scale protests against Yoon Suk-yeol in Seoul
Rallies modeled on those that toppled Park Geun-hye have attracted progressive support but have yet to cross party lines
October 24, 2022
Redeploying US tactical nukes may not go far enough for South Koreans
New poll finds public lukewarm on idea, despite long-standing support for an indigenous nuclear program
October 20, 2022
Rejecting refugees a missed chance for Seoul to stand up to Russian aggression
Yoon administration tiptoeing around ties with Moscow despite saying it wants to do more to defend democratic freedoms
October 18, 2022
How China’s growing clout helped bump South Korea from Human Rights Council
ROK’s failed bid to stay on council a blow to human rights accountability as Beijing’s friends take its place
October 17, 2022
How anti-Japanism stunts South Korea’s ambition to enhance US alliance
Opposition party chief suggests Japan might re-invade Korea, and these views are surprisingly entrenched in the ROK
October 14, 2022
The South Korean public doesn’t buy Yoon’s narrative on hot mic moment
President’s approval rate has recovered, but majority see his criticism of broadcaster’s reporting as media suppression
October 12, 2022
Multilateralism key for South Korean supply chains, growing arms industry
While China threatens its autonomy, Seoul can improve economic resilience through cooperation with other regional powers
October 10, 2022
How Russia’s brain drain could be South Korea’s gain
Government says it wants to attract highly skilled workers, even if public mostly opposed to long-term immigration
October 6, 2022
