Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
How South Korea’s Vietnam playbook provides template for DPRK troops in Russia
Seoul’s own history of profiting from foreign war illuminates what North Korea has to gain, and the risks of retaliation
October 24, 2024
South Korea announces potential weapons provision for Ukraine
The move comes after ROK confirmed North Korea has deployed troops to aid Russia’s war in Ukraine
October 23, 2024
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
October 22, 2024
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
October 21, 2024
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
October 18, 2024
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
October 18, 2024
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
October 16, 2024
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
October 15, 2024
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
October 15, 2024
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
October 14, 2024
