South Korea

The international community has an opportunity to influence the new North Korean regime over nuclear policy.

The death of Kim Jong-il has heightened the chances of the North Korean regime collapsing. The U.S. and China must be careful not to get sucked into the chaos.

The death of Kim Jong-il has increased the chances of a violent collapse of North Korea. Nuclear and chemical weapons, mistrust and an uncertain succession are a toxic mix.

Kim Jong-un’s biggest challenge in trying to consolidate power could be managing political-military tensions.

Reports North Korea tested a missile hours before Kim Jong-il’s death was announced highlight regional tensions.

North Korean state-run media is reporting that leader Kim Jong-il is dead. What will happen next?

There have been some strange theories over why South Korea does well in women’s golf. Including chopstick use.

If China wants to do better in international football it needs to do more to get its kids to play the game.

Military bases overseas are a vital part of American security, says U.S. Rep. J. Randy Forbes. Without them, crucial alliances in Asia could suffer.

China’s rhetoric with its neighbors has improved. But the Philippines and Vietnam aren’t taking chances.

Kim Jong-il’s regime seems to respond better to the carrot than the stick. The United States and others could try walking in Kim’s shoes as they look to reduce tensions.

South Korea’s patriarchal society has often pressured victims of sexual crimes to keep quiet. But a blockbuster movie revealing the abuse of children could help change this.