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New Southern Policy
Where Is India in South Korea’s New Indo-Pacific Strategy?
By Jagannath Panda and Choong Yong Ahn
Seoul’s Indo-Pacific strategy converges with India’s outlook of the region, while sharing a common vision that goes beyond great power politics.
What’s Next for ASEAN-South Korea Security Ties?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at some of the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for Seoul’s security vision for the region.
Why South Korea Fell Behind Japan in Southeast Asia
By Adam Gadd
Ironically, South Korea and ASEAN's shared desire to avoid confronting China may be limiting Seoul's attractiveness as a strategic partner for the region.
The Quest for Strategic Balance and South Korea’s Indo-Pacific Conundrum
By Wongi Choe
Seoul is walking a fine line, carefully calibrating its cooperation with U.S. initiatives in the Indo-Pacific.
South Korea Fails to Recognize Its Capacity to Shape the Indo-Pacific
By Hayley Channer
Rather than develop its own Indo-Pacific strategy, Seoul is forfeiting the chance to have a greater say over the regional security order.
South Korea’s New Southern Policy: The Indonesia Dimension
By Noto Suoneto
President Moon's policy seems tailor-made for Indonesia, but much more can be done to improve the relationship between the two nations.
South Korea’s Foreigner-Targeted COVID Testing Will Hurt Its New Southern Policy
By Anthony V. Rinna
Mandatory testing policies will make life harder for migrants from South and Southeast Asia, even as Seoul steps up its outreach to their home countries.
South Korea’s New Southern Policy and ASEAN-ROK Relations
By Andrew Yeo
What role does Southeast Asia play in Moon's foreign policy?
Pandemic-Proofing South Korea’s Investment in Myanmar
By Sinmyung Park
From garments to agriculture, South Korea has teamed up with Myanmar’s industries. How can cooperation best weather COVID-19?
South Korea-ASEAN Summitry Will Spotlight Moon’s New Southern Policy
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A series of commemorative events highlight the prominent place that the Moon administration has been giving to Southeast Asia within its foreign policy.
Course Correction: Promising Signs for Australia-South Korea Relations
By Tom Corben
After a period of neglect, leaders in Canberra and Seoul appear to be putting bilateral ties back on course.
Moon’s ASEAN Trip Reinforces New Southern Policy
By Kyle Ferrier
The trip emphasized that Moon’s New Southern Policy is not short on substance.
Vessel Transfer Puts South Korea-Philippines Defense Relations Into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The ship’s pending arrival put the focus on the ongoing activity in Manila and Seoul's defense relationship.
Where Does the South Korea-Indonesia Fighter Jet Program ‘Renegotiation’ Stand?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Another round of reports has highlighted the ongoing uncertainty about the initiative.
South Korea and the US Indo-Pacific Strategy: At an Arm’s Length?
By Ankit Panda
Moon Jae-in came close to endorsing the Indo-Pacific strategy without actually doing so.
South Korea-Philippines Defense Ties in the Headlines with Expected Vessel Arrival
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The focus on the ship’s pending arrival put the focus on the ongoing activity in the security aspect of relations between the two countries.
What Does the New Submarine Deal Mean for South Korea-Indonesia Relations?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the broader significance of a recent development.
Advancing ASEAN-South Korea Relations in Moon’s New Southern Policy
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Seoul is continuing to develop its ties with Southeast Asian states during a significant anniversary year.
Vietnam’s Foreign Policy in the US-North Korea Summit Spotlight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While the focus will be on the U.S. and North Korea, the summit shows Vietnam’s growing role in regional and global affairs.
ASEAN-South Korea Security Ties in the Spotlight at 2018 Seoul Defense Dialogue
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The forum shed light on Seoul’s continuing efforts to strengthen relations with Southeast Asian states in the defense domain.
A New Boost for South Korea’s New Southern Policy?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at a new development within the Moon government’s initiative.
Indonesia-South Korea Security Ties in Focus With Defense Pact
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of a development within the wider bilateral defense relationship.
Toward an India-South Korea Axis
By Siddharth Singh
When India’s ‘Act East Policy’ meets South Korea’s ‘New Southern Policy’ in the Indo-Pacific.
What Does Moon’s ‘New Southern Policy’ Mean for ASEAN-South Korea Ties?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While the new policy offers opportunities, it also faces lingering challenges that need to be addressed as well.
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