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Future of the U.S.-South Korea alliance

Yoon Suk-yeol’s Downfall Should Spark Introspection on the US Approach to South Korea 

Yoon Suk-yeol’s Downfall Should Spark Introspection on the US Approach to South Korea 

By James Park
Moving away from the quest for military primacy would provide a more stable basis for the South Korea-U.S. alliance – one not reliant on having conservatives in government in Seoul.

The Potential Impact of a Second Trump Term on Inter-Korean Relations

The Potential Impact of a Second Trump Term on Inter-Korean Relations

By Jihoon Yu
Trump's unconventional diplomatic style could break deadlocks, but his unpredictable approach and possible sidelining of South Korea's strategic interests risks destabilizing the region, too. 
Security and Defense Issues Facing South Korea’s Next President

Security and Defense Issues Facing South Korea’s Next President

By Sukjoon Yoon
From responding to North Korea to long-term approaches toward China, the U.S., and Japan, South Korea's next president will have a full agenda from day one.

How Will South Korea and the US Rewrite Their Operational Plan?

How Will South Korea and the US Rewrite Their Operational Plan?

By Sukjoon Yoon and Yongweon Yu
The future of the ROK-U.S. alliance is about to be negotiated, and this will likely mean significant changes.

Remaking the South Korea-US Alliance

Remaking the South Korea-US Alliance

By Sukjoon Yoon
The threat from North Korea (and beyond) has changed. The ROK-U.S. alliance must change as well to keep pace.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

How the Biden-Moon Summit Reset the South Korea-US Alliance

How the Biden-Moon Summit Reset the South Korea-US Alliance

By Sukjoon Yoon
Both the U.S. and South Korea made compromises that could have long-term ramifications for the region's geopolitical balance.

Biden Should Embrace South Korea’s Strategic Nondecision on the Quad

Biden Should Embrace South Korea’s Strategic Nondecision on the Quad

By James Park
If the U.S. can seek cooperation without pushing South Korea directly into the U.S.-China crossfire, why not take that path? 
The US-South Korea Military Cost-Sharing Agreement Has Expired. Now What?

The US-South Korea Military Cost-Sharing Agreement Has Expired. Now What?

By Kyle Ferrier
Trump’s cost-focused approach is taking its toll on the U.S.-South Korea alliance.

Minding the Gap in US-ROK Public Opinion

Minding the Gap in US-ROK Public Opinion

By Kristine Lee and Melodie Ha
The key remains the U.S. president’s ability to articulate a clear vision to both the American and South Korean publics.

Trump Is Undercutting America’s Allies and Strengthening China’s Hand

Trump Is Undercutting America’s Allies and Strengthening China’s Hand

By Chris Carothers
Meanwhile, the Presidents of South Korea and Taiwan are trying to ride the tiger of Trumpian uncertainty .

Despite Trump's Rhetoric, GOP Senators Try to Reassure South Korea

Despite Trump's Rhetoric, GOP Senators Try to Reassure South Korea

By Catherine Putz
Reassuring allies in the face of Donald Trump’s presumptive nomination to the Republican presidential ticket is not easy.
Evolution of the US-ROK Alliance: Is There a Post-Unification Future? Pt. 2

Evolution of the US-ROK Alliance: Is There a Post-Unification Future? Pt. 2

By Leon Whyte
Despite the strength of their ties, neither country should take the alliance for granted.

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