What’s at the core of rising Japan-South Korea tensions and what will it take for the two countries to walk back?

South Korean divestment from China is precisely what the Trump administration would like to see.

Tensions between Seoul and Tokyo show no sign of abating as their governments continue to trade barbs.

The Moon Jae-in government’s claim of putting the victims first doesn’t stand scrutiny.

Tensions between Tokyo and Seoul show no signs of easing, with a political trade war escalating over historic grievances.

Japanese restrictions on high-tech exports to Korea are the latest manifestation of tensions linked to historical issues.

Japan seems to be taking a cue from the Trump administration.

What will be the impact of the new wave of forced labor lawsuits in South Korea?

A trilateral meeting of the Japanese, Korean, and U.S. defense ministers was a small step forward amid icy Japan-South Korea relations.

If it is to succeed, the denuclearization project will require some serious diplomacy.

Overconfidence brought disappointment, and could signal a new direction in relations.

Bickering between Seoul and Tokyo plays directly into the hands of Pyongyang and Beijing.

The move is short-sighted, given the importance of the Japan-South Korea relationship.

A centenary year has significant implications for the region.

Both should recognize their common security agenda by initiating much closer bilateral defense and military technical cooperation.

A recent maritime incident puts the relationship at a crossroads.