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‘Kim Keon-hee Risk’ Is a Ticking Time Bomb for South Korea’s President
By Kenji Yoshida and Jason Morgan
The biggest political risk for Yoon Suk-yeol is none other than his wife and her many associated scandals, which Yoon refuses to investigate.
Unpacking North Korea’s Latest Provocations With Dr. Cho Han-bum
By Kenji Yoshida
"North Korea has vowed to shoot down any additional unmanned aerial vehicles, while the South Korean military is expected to respond should any shells enter South Korean territory."
Harris vs. Trump: If Asia Could Vote in the US Election
By The Diplomat
For 13 Asia-Pacific countries, we ask: Would the government prefer Kamala Harris or Donald Trump as the next U.S. president?
South Korean Women Have Another Digital Sex Crime to Worry About: Deepfake Porn
By Jiwon Kim
Weak protections in cases of sexual violence, whether physical or digital, and deeply entrenched misogyny in society create a toxic environment for Korean women.
How Should South Korea Respond to North Korean Troops in Ukraine?
By Daeyeon Lee
Given the potential impact on Korean Peninsula security, Seoul must tread cautiously before escalating its own involvement in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Drones Over Pyongyang? North Korea’s Official Narrative Meets Internal Skepticism
By Seulkee Jang
Officials question the delayed response and foreign ministry involvement in the alleged drone incidents.
K-pop Idol Tears and International Ripples
By Adreanna B. Dones and Brandon Valeriano
When a K-pop star cries, the stock market mirrors the emotion as investors demand accountability.
Berlin’s Peace Statue Faces Removal Amid Japanese Pressure
By Tim Hildebrandt
The statue, which commemorates the "comfort women" of World War II, has embroiled the local government in a minor diplomatic controversy.
The India-South Korea-US Triad’s Emerging Roles in the Indo-Pacific
By SeungHwan (Shane) Kim and Shubhankar Agarwal
The India-South Korea-U.S. trilateral partnership holds great potential for military cooperation, green energy, maritime security, and strategic cooperation on vital technologies.
The Thai Air Force Chose a New Fighter. The More Interesting Question Is What Comes Next.
By Olli Pekka Suorsa
As the RTAF aspires to become one of the best air forces in Southeast Asia, it is unlikely to be satisfied with 4+ generation combat aircraft in the future.
North Korea Steps up Its Hostile Moves Against South Korea
By Mitch Shin
With road demolitions and direct threats, North Korea has further cemented its belligerent stance toward the South.
Harris or Trump? South Korea’s Own Political Divide Colors Views of the US Election
By Jong Eun Lee
Depending on their foreign policy preferences, South Korea’s political groups have varied perceptions of what they would like to see from the next U.S. administration.