Japan–South Korea–US relations thawed, but not warm enough
The August 18, 2023 summit at Camp David was rightly hailed as a breakthrough moment for Japan, South Korea, and the United States.
The Future of the Indo-Pacific as Envisioned at Camp David: A Korean Perspective
The “Spirit of Camp David” pledged that the three countries would make the Indo-Pacific “thriving, connected, resilient, stable, and secure.”
Camp David and the New Normal of U.S.-Japan-Korea Trilateralism
Although the vision outlined at Camp David has potential to advance U.S.-Japan-Korea objectives, there remain obstacles to its success.
A Wash, Rinse, and Repeat of Trump’s Korea Tariffs?
U.S. trade policy with South Korea has already made its way into the 2024 Republican primary talking points.
The Economic Components of the Camp David Trilateral Summit
The Camp David Summit marks the beginning of a new era and has implications far beyond security cooperation.
U.S. Moves to Lock in Gains at Camp David Trilateral Summit
When the leaders of Japan and Korea join Biden at Camp David on August 18, it will cap a year of remarkable progress in improving relations.
Policies to Reverse the Decline in the Fertility Rate Part 2: Improving the Economic Prospects of Young People
Raising the fertility rate in Korea depends in part on improving the young’s economic position, which requires fundamental economic reforms.
Fukushima Water Threatens to Dampen Korea-Japan Detente
The release of contaminated water from Fukushima will be a test of President Yoon’s political skills and improving Korea-Japan relations.
Sinosphere Responds to Seoul’s Objection to Chinese Ambassador’s Remarks
Recent remarks by China’s ambassador and Seoul’s have prompted strong and diverse reactions from media, politicians, and the Sinosphere.
Korean Policies to Reverse the Decline in the Fertility Rate Part 1: Balancing Work and Family
Korea has identified balancing work and childcare as a key to reversing the decline in the fertility rate.