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South Korea Rejects Boeing’s F-15SE Fighter, Will Restart FX-III
In a surprise move, ROK defense officials have decided against procuring 60 F-15 Silent Eagle jets for its FX-III competition.
Do Chemical Weapons Threaten US Extended Deterrence in Asia?
If the U.S. doesn’t respond to Syria’s chemical weapons use, will its Asian allies doubt its commitment to them?
F-35 and Eurofighter Eliminated From S. Korea’s FX-III Competition
Boeing’s F-15 Silent Eagle is now the sole candidate vying for the $7.43 billion contract to build 60 fighter jets.
South Korea Goes "All In" on Submarines
Seoul launched its fourth 1,800 ton Type 214 submarine this week— and it’s just getting started.
The Globalization of Precision Strike
Plus, South Korea wants to militarize robots. Tuesday defense and security links.
Asia Will Bear the Brunt of New Iran Sanctions
Renewed U.S. efforts to sanction Iran’s nuclear program could jeopardize Asia energy markets.
South Korea Goes All In On Missile Defense
The ROK Defense Ministry has proposed spending 13.7% of its budget on missile defense.
Aided by Russia, China Expands A2/AD Range
Plus, Russia’s Navy is growing at an unprecedented rate. Thursday defense links.
Will S. Korea’s New Naval Base Provoke China?
Opponents of the Jeju Base argue that it could place Seoul in the middle of a US-China arms race.
North Korea’s Charm Offensive Starts Showing Results
Pyongyang’s decision to hold talks with Seoul was likely influenced by economic and geopolitical factors.
Digital Dementia: Gadget and Gaming Addiction Among Young Koreans
Doctors have linked excessive use of electronics to early onset neurological disorders.
Seoul’s Broken Promises on HIV Testing
South Korea claims progress on discrimination against people with HIV. It needs to match rhetoric with action.