Korea has strived to bolster its image as a “global pivotal state” in both mending and fortifying relations with like-minded nations.

The intensity, level, and sweep of trilateral cooperation we have seen in the past year has gone beyond any previous efforts.

While progress has been made in easing the tension between Seoul and Tōkyō, perennial historical issues will be challenges in the new year.

Korea’s real GDP growth will rebound to more than 2 percent in 2024 and 2025, according to the OECD's bi-annual economic projections.

Washington and Seoul must carefully watch how this partnership evolves, and prepare for an even less inhibited North Korea.

China's forced repatriation of North Koreans who fled their country is a violation of international human rights law. 

The APEC summit in San Francisco concluded with discussions heavily focusing on trade, investment, and security across the Indo-Pacific.

Although many advanced states face demographic challenges, it is especially acute for the Korea and its military.

Korea needs to utilize its strengths to strengthen lagging sectors and reduce the polarization in the Korean economy.

Given Korea's dependence on imported fossil fuels to meet its energy demands, the crisis in the Middle East could have wide-ranging effects.