Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
South Korea-Russia tensions escalate, but lethal weapons provision still unclear
Seoul lawmakers show rare bipartisan unity in condemning Russia, but diverge on follow-up measures
North Korean troops in Russia bring new economic risks for South Korea
With North Korea backing Russia in Ukraine, Seoul faces sanctions pressure, energy challenges and financial uncertainty
Han Kang’s Nobel win and South Korea’s diplomatic balancing act — Ep. 43
The Korea Pro team discusses South Korea’s soft power as Yoon Suk-yeol grapples with regional diplomacy
South Korea introduces tougher penalties to combat high-tech sector leaks
New initiative aims to prevent leaks, but past failures raise doubts about the effectiveness of tougher penalties
Trump’s potential return risks South Korea’s national security and economy
A second Trump presidency would leave Seoul facing defense and trade uncertainty and challenge Yoon’s alliance strategy
South Korea and Japan eye stronger ties but history and strategy complicate path
Defense cooperation is vital, but unresolved wartime issues and conflicting priorities hinder meaningful progress
Yoon Suk-yeol taps former chief of staff as ambassador to China
Kim Dae-ki faces economic challenges and balancing South Korea’s relations with China and the US
Loopholes help South Korean firms continue exports to Russia despite sanctions
Sending goods via Chinese subsidiaries risks straining ties with US and NATO and exposes companies to investigation
South Korea’s ASEAN push and economic diplomacy in action — Ep. 42
Yoon’s strategic partnerships in Southeast Asia and South Korea’s entry into a major bond index signal economic ambition
South Korea and ASEAN deepen ties through comprehensive strategic partnership
New strategic partnership prioritizes innovation in AI, green energy and resilience in global supply chains