Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
Lee Jae Myung turns South America into South Korea’s next supply chain bet
Argentinian oil, Chilean minerals and Brazilian scale part of regional strategy to diversify trade and resource access
August 3, 2026
South Korea in July 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from July 1 to 29, 2026, and key outlook for August 2026
July 31, 2026
Tech sell-off, changing demographics and frontline readiness — Ep. 143
SK Hynix profits fail to lift markets as foreign residents grow and ammunition practices trigger a military review
July 31, 2026
Seoul builds framework for $150B US shipbuilding pledge, but funding gaps remain
South Korea is creating institutions for implementation, but many projects remain preliminary and funding details scarce
July 24, 2026
South Korea’s oil squeeze, Seoul mayor ruling and KNDA breach — Ep. 142
Middle East turmoil raises costs for Seoul as Mayor Oh Se-hoon appeals conviction and diplomats’ data is exposed
July 24, 2026
South Korea’s energy security faces renewed test as Middle East conflict widens
Seoul has secured crude supplies, but renewed fighting, higher inflation and Houthi threats could raise economic costs
July 22, 2026
UNESCO ensures Sado will remain a recurring South Korea-Japan dispute
The World Heritage Committee has embedded the issue in a review process that will shape Seoul-Tokyo diplomacy for years
July 20, 2026
South Korea’s naval exports face a tougher political test after Canada
Next generation of submarine contracts will reward suppliers that offer enduring security and industrial partnerships
July 17, 2026
Renewed US-Iran conflict tests South Korea’s economic resilience strategy
Fresh hostilities revive energy and shipping risks just as stronger exports had improved the country’s growth outlook
July 13, 2026
How South Korea could capitalize on India’s changing defense priorities
India’s post-2025 military review has renewed interest in Korean air defense systems and broader industrial cooperation
July 10, 2026
