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ROK Navy

South Korea Receives Four New ‘Submarine Killer’ Helicopters
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Republic of Korea Navy will operationally deploy the new aircraft by the middle of 2017.

ROK Navy Launches New Warship Capable of Hitting Targets Inside North Korea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The new ship will be commissioned by the end of 2018.

South Korea Launches New Stealth Submarine
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Republic of Korea Navy’s seventh diesel-electric air-independent propulsion submarine was launched this week.

South Korea To Receive ‘New’ Anti-Submarine Warfare Aircraft
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Seoul is moving ahead with plans to purchase refurbished Viking S-3 planes.

ROK Navy Launches New Guided-Missile Frigate to Deter North Korea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Seoul continues to modernize its naval capabilities.

Is Europe Conquering South Korea’s Defense Sector?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
European military hardware is becoming more popular on the Korean peninsula.

US and South Korea Conduct Anti-Submarine Warfare Drill
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The biennially held 'Silent Shark 2015' naval exercise is taking place from June 8-12 in the Philippine Sea.

Will Corruption Undermine South Korea's Sub Modernization Program?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Seoul is building up its submarine fleet but corruption scandals could delay the deployments of new vessels.

North and South Korean Boats Exchange Fire
By Zachary Keck
North and South Korean naval boats exchanged fire on Tuesday, but the skirmish won't impact otherwise improving ties.

Who Sold North Korea a New Anti-Ship Missile?
By Zachary Keck
North Korea’s new Kh-35 anti-ship missile threatens South Korean vessels. Who sold it to Pyongyang?

North Korea Fields New Helicopter-Carrying Frigates
By Zachary Keck
The two new vessels are largest surface combatants constructed by North Korea in 25 years.

Destined to Cooperate: Japan-South Korea Naval Relations
By Samuel Mun
It’s time for Japan and South Korea to put aside their differences and enhance naval cooperation.