Seoul’s Dilemma in the Face of a New Sole Pacing Threat and Scenario
Concern is rising in Seoul that fundamental changes in the role of United States Forces Korea (USFK) may be underway.
Concern is rising in Seoul that fundamental changes in the role of United States Forces Korea (USFK) may be underway.
There is a significant gap between rhetoric and the U.S.-ROK alliance’s preparedness to navigate an actual conflict over Taiwan.
Historically, the Korean Peninsula has acted as a pivot over which continental and maritime powers vie for control and influence.
While political leaders should be proud of trilateral progress, lingering historical resentments means the Korea-Japan leg remains tenuous.
There are several opportunities for commercial and supply chain cooperation that could prove beneficial for each of the three countries.
It will be important for South Korea to push for greater bilateral relations and act as a link for the United Kingdom in the Indo-Pacific.
Korea has strived to bolster its image as a “global pivotal state” in both mending and fortifying relations with like-minded nations.