{"id":2206819,"date":"2024-10-16T14:47:31","date_gmt":"2024-10-16T05:47:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/?p=2206819"},"modified":"2024-10-16T14:47:31","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T05:47:31","slug":"trumps-potential-return-risks-south-koreas-national-security-and-economy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/2024\/10\/trumps-potential-return-risks-south-koreas-national-security-and-economy\/","title":{"rendered":"Trump\u2019s potential return risks South Korea\u2019s national security and economy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Former U.S. President Donald Trump <\/span>stated<\/span><\/a> on Tuesday that South Korea would be paying $10 billion annually for the stationing of U.S. troops on the peninsula if he were still in office. Trump\u2019s remarks come as South Korea and the U.S. concluded a <\/span>defense cost-sharing agreement<\/span><\/a> last week, and he criticized the Biden administration for reducing the financial demands on Seoul compared to what his administration had sought.<\/span><\/p>\n

While the <\/span>2021 defense cost-sharing deal<\/span><\/a> between the Biden and Moon Jae-in administrations still led to an increase in costs for South Korea \u2014 rising by nearly 14% in 2021 and increasing by 6.1% annually between 2022 and 2025 \u2014 Trump\u2019s demands for $10 billion annually would push this financial burden far higher.<\/span><\/p>\n

With the U.S. presidential election less than a month away, Trump\u2019s potential return to the White House raises significant risks for South Korea\u2019s foreign policy, economic stability and national security. His transactional approach to alliances, emphasis on burden-sharing and unpredictable diplomacy will likely alter the future of the U.S.-ROK alliance.<\/span><\/p>\n

DEFENSE COST-SHARING RISKS<\/b><\/p>\n

If Trump wins the election and demands that South Korea pay $10 billion annually for U.S. troop stationing, this would far exceed the $1.14 billion that South Korea is set to pay under the current Special Measures Agreement for 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Trump administration previously pushed for a sharp increase in Seoul\u2019s defense contributions, with <\/span>reports<\/span><\/a> suggesting a demand of $5 billion annually, although negotiations were not finalized before he left office.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Trump will likely revive these demands if he returns to office, straining the alliance between the two countries. While President Yoon Suk-yeol has sought to <\/span>strengthen<\/span><\/a> U.S.-ROK relations, Trump\u2019s transactional approach will push Seoul into a difficult position.<\/span><\/p>\n

Agreeing to such an excessive increase in defense contributions would place a heavy financial burden on South Korea at a time when its economy is already facing <\/span>challenges<\/span><\/a>. Conversely, pushing back against U.S. demands may lead to diplomatic friction, weakening the alliance during a period of <\/span>heightened threats<\/span><\/a> from North Korea.<\/span><\/p>\n

Further, South Korea\u2019s efforts to foster deeper military cooperation with the U.S. will likely be undermined, particularly in terms of <\/span>joint military exercises<\/span><\/a> and interoperability. Trump has previously referred to U.S.-ROK military drills as \u201c<\/span>inappropriate, expensive and provocative war games<\/span><\/a>\u201d and unilaterally suspended them in 2018.<\/span><\/p>\n

A similar move in a second Trump administration could reduce readiness and weaken deterrence on the Korean Peninsula.<\/span><\/p>\n

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South Korean fighter jets train with a U.S. B-1 Lancer, Feb. 20, 2023 | Image: ROK Joint Chiefs of Staff<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

IMPACT ON TRILATERAL COOPERATION<\/b><\/p>\n

One of Yoon\u2019s key achievements as president has been <\/span>improving ties<\/span><\/a> with Japan, leading to unprecedented <\/span>trilateral military cooperation<\/span><\/a> between the U.S., South Korea and Japan. During Yoon\u2019s tenure, the three countries have conducted joint exercises to counter North Korea\u2019s growing nuclear and missile threats.<\/span><\/p>\n

These exercises represent a major shift from the <\/span>strained relations<\/span><\/a> between South Korea and Japan during Moon Jae-in\u2019s presidency, when his administration focused on historical disputes rather than defense collaboration.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, Trump\u2019s return to office could disrupt this progress. His view of alliances is largely transactional, and he has criticized U.S. allies for what he perceives as unfair trade practices. In an <\/span>interview<\/span><\/a> earlier this month, Trump referred to South Korea as a \u201cmoney machine\u201d and described it as an \u201cenemy\u201d on trade.<\/span><\/p>\n

This hostile rhetoric, combined with a potential push for massive increases in defense contributions, could weaken the trust and cooperation that Yoon has built with the U.S. and Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Yoon administration has invested significant political capital in strengthening trilateral security ties, overcoming historical disputes with Japan to enhance joint military exercises and coordination with the U.S.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, if Trump returns to office and demands significantly higher financial contributions, it will likely shift the focus of the alliance away from security cooperation and toward a transactional, cost-driven relationship. Such a shift will likely result in swift condemnation of the Yoon administration\u2019s foreign policy by domestic opposition parties, potentially leading to a cooling of the trilateral cooperation that Yoon has worked hard to establish.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moreover, Trump\u2019s <\/span>inconsistent<\/span><\/a> approach<\/span><\/a> to North Korea could create additional uncertainty for trilateral cooperation. During his first term, Trump held high-profile summits with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, which often <\/span>sidelined<\/span><\/a> South Korea.<\/span><\/p>\n

A return to such unilateral diplomacy will likely leave Seoul in a vulnerable position, especially if Trump pursues <\/span>personal diplomacy<\/span><\/a> with Pyongyang while reducing U.S. military commitments in the region.<\/span><\/p>\n

ECONOMIC RISKS<\/b><\/p>\n

South Korea\u2019s economy is heavily reliant on <\/span>exports<\/span><\/a>, particularly in sectors such as semiconductors, automobiles and electronics. While trade between the U.S. and South Korea has remained strong, Trump\u2019s \u201cAmerica first\u201d policies previously introduced uncertainties for many U.S. allies, including South Korea.<\/span><\/p>\n

During his presidency, Trump withdrew the U.S. from the Trans-Pacific Partnership and imposed <\/span>tariffs on steel and aluminum imports<\/span><\/a> from South Korea. If he returns to office, South Korea will likely face renewed trade pressures, particularly in the context of the U.S.-China trade war, which directly affects South Korea\u2019s supply chains.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Biden administration\u2019s <\/span>Inflation Reduction Act<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>CHIPS Act<\/span><\/a> have encouraged closer economic cooperation between the U.S. and South Korea, particularly in the semiconductor and electric vehicle industries. South Korea\u2019s major conglomerates, including <\/span>Samsung<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>Hyundai<\/span><\/a>, have made significant investments in U.S. production facilities to benefit from these initiatives.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, Trump\u2019s return to office could disrupt these policies. His protectionist tendencies might shift focus away from international cooperation, creating barriers for South Korean companies seeking to expand their presence in the U.S. market.<\/span><\/p>\n

South Korea\u2019s fragile economic recovery, compounded by <\/span>weak domestic consumption<\/span><\/a> and potential external shocks such as the <\/span>escalating conflict<\/span><\/a> in the Middle East, could be further undermined by disruptions in trade with the U.S.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, China\u2019s slower-than-expected economic recovery adds another layer of risk, as South Korea remains dependent on exports to both the U.S. and China. Trump\u2019s potential renegotiation of trade deals or imposition of new tariffs will likely exacerbate these vulnerabilities, slowing South Korea\u2019s growth.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Presidents Joe Biden and Yoon Suk-yeol hold a joint press conference, April 27, 2023 | Image: POTUS via Twitter<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

SECURITY AND MILITARY RISKS<\/b><\/p>\n

South Korea has invested heavily in modernizing its military, with its <\/span>KF-21 fighter jet<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>advanced missile systems<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>reconnaissance satellites<\/span><\/a> aimed at reducing reliance on the U.S. military.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, Trump\u2019s possible reduction of U.S. troop commitments or further suspension of joint military exercises would likely force Seoul to accelerate its defense investments even further. While South Korea has made strides in building a more self-reliant defense force, it remains dependent on U.S. intelligence, logistics and nuclear deterrence.<\/span><\/p>\n

Trump\u2019s transactional view of alliances also raises concerns about the U.S.\u2019 commitment to extended deterrence on the Korean Peninsula.<\/span><\/p>\n

Under the Biden administration, the U.S. <\/span>reaffirmed its nuclear umbrella<\/span><\/a> for South Korea, and the two countries <\/span>lifted restrictions<\/span><\/a> on South Korean missile development. If Trump pushes for a significant reduction in U.S. military engagement in South Korea, <\/span>domestic debates<\/span><\/a> about whether South Korea should pursue its own nuclear arsenal will likely accelerate.<\/span><\/p>\n

This would mark a dramatic shift in regional security dynamics and could trigger a proliferation race in Northeast Asia.<\/span><\/p>\n

LOOKING AHEAD<\/b><\/p>\n

Trump\u2019s potential return to the White House introduces substantial risks for South Korea\u2019s foreign policy, economic stability and national security. His demands for increased defense contributions, transactional approach to alliances and unpredictable diplomacy could strain U.S.-ROK relations.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is unclear whether South Korea will be able to effectively adapt to a second Trump administration, especially given that Yoon has fully committed to strengthening the alliance with the U.S. and deepening trilateral cooperation with Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n

Yoon\u2019s diplomatic and security strategies have been built around stable U.S. leadership and predictable alliance commitments. A return to Trump\u2019s more transactional approach will likely disrupt these efforts, leaving South Korea vulnerable to shifts in U.S. foreign policy priorities.<\/span><\/p>\n

It remains to be seen whether Seoul can adjust to these potential challenges without compromising its security commitments or economic interests.<\/span><\/p>\n

Edited by Alannah Hill<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Business & Economy<\/span><\/a>Defense & Security<\/span><\/a>Domestic Politics<\/span><\/a>Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations<\/span><\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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