Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
Samsung boosts chip innovation with $14.3 billion research center in South Korea
Multi-billion dollar investment comes as Trump’s trade agenda threatens to disrupt semiconductor supply chain
November 19, 2024
South Korea diversifies trade and diplomacy at APEC ahead of Trump’s return
Yoon Suk-yeol’s meetings focus on boosting ties with China, Japan and key resource-rich nations
November 18, 2024
Trump’s Cabinet picks raise questions for US-ROK alliance — Ep. 47
Korea Pro analyzes how Rubio, Hegseth appointments could reshape regional security and what it means for Seoul
November 15, 2024
Yoon eyes US and Japan cooperation on security issues as he visits Latin America
Yoon’s meeting with Biden and Ishiba to focus on North Korean troops in Russia, while Trump plans come into play
November 15, 2024
South Korea and Indonesia deepen energy partnership to bolster resource security
Seoul eyes mineral supplies and stable LNG imports as it braces for US trade uncertainty
November 14, 2024
How pro-Russian hackers took down South Korea websites over support for Ukraine
Global hacktivists caused little damage in DDoS attacks, but highlighted vulnerabilities in Seoul’s cyber infrastructure
November 13, 2024
Trump’s choice for State and National Security Adviser mixed bag for South Korea
Rubio and Waltz may bolster joint defense against North Korea but demand Seoul play bigger role in Taiwan contingency
November 13, 2024
South Korea’s Ukraine observer mission sparks debate about military deployment
2003 directive allows some deployments without parliamentary oversight, but critics say it doesn’t apply in Ukraine case
November 12, 2024
South Korea explores limited Ukraine support as Trump signals policy shift
Defense ministry’s advisory approach likely aims to support NATO without escalating tensions with Russia
November 12, 2024
South Korea faces tough choices due to Trump’s hardline stance on China
Trump could demand defense cost hikes and tough approach to Taiwan, straining Seoul’s ties with Washington and Beijing
November 11, 2024
