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North Korea’s troops when the Ukraine conflict ends
What to do with experienced, probably cynical troops aware of the external world with an increased capacity to coordinate and act?
South Korea will accept China’s dominance...
So started a Jerry Springer show style foreign policy debate in a pub with academic, political, and government colleagues
Trump, South Korea, and political chaos
Trump will eventually turn his attention to South Korea. Seoul won't be ready.
South Korea to China and America: I choose not to choose
In balancing its military alliance with the U.S. and its trade interests with China, South Korea has perfected the George Costanza strategic option
Australia in South Korea's foreign policy circles
In Seoul, it makes more sense to learn about Australian policy in Washington rather than Canberra
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Analysis: Marginal increase doesn't solve South Korea's demographic crisis
South Korea's population is on track to halve by the end of the century, undermining economic growth, labor markets, and social stability.
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Analysis: South Korea's political extremism to grow
South Korea is experiencing a surge in political extremism among its youth and a significant change in foreign policy will not be far behind.
Analysis: Limited debate and extremist ideology cloud South Korea's position on Taiwan
South Korea’s fallback position of diplomatic ambiguity on Taiwan will be difficult to sustain under a Trump Administration.
Analysis: Gen-Z disaffection to increase as foreign investors enter monthly rental market
With foreign investors driving up competition in the rental sector, the dream of home ownership is slipping further out of reach for many.
Analysis: Tariffs present challenge to strengthening South Korea - U.S. ties
Tariffs make Seoul less likely to accept a more assertive U.S. position, and will justify closer engagement with China.
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