What Lee Jae Myung’s Washington Debut Says About South Korea’s Foreign Policy
Trump and Lee are off to a good start, but it’s crucial for both that substantive discussions and agreements are codified in writing.
What Lee Jae Myung’s Liberation Day Speech Reveals About His Trade and Foreign Policies
The president’s speech revealed true pragmatism on trade and foreign policy, but early signs suggest Seoul clings to other familiar narratives.
Recalibration in South Korea and the Indo-Pacific
Pressure falls on the Lee administration to manage the U.S.-Korea alliance and restore comity among contending parties at home amid severe polarization.
South Korean Critical Mineral Development in Africa
Sourcing critical minerals for the clean energy transition will be paramount to future economic success.
Cuba Opens Embassy in Seoul and North Korea Makes Its Displeasure Known
The opening of full diplomatic ties between Seoul and Havana is a clear reflection of the current economic and political realities on the Korean Peninsula.
The Ongoing Search for Justice for Korean-American Adoptees
Official apology is the first step in bringing justice to Korean-American adoptees victimized by the corrupt nature of old South Korean policies.
The Beef with Tariffs (III): Will Trump Revive Section 338 to Enforce Reciprocal Tariffs?
Section 338 allows the president to impose ‘new or additional duties’ of up to 50% on products from countries that ‘discriminate’ against U.S. commerce
Americans Care Who Invests in America
South Korea enjoys an advantage when it comes to investing in the United States. This edge should not be taken for granted.
Weak U.S. and South Korean GDP Growth in First Quarter of 2025, but for Different Reasons
South Korea will need to improve the performance of its stock markets and small businesses by opening up to foreign portfolio investment
Lee Jae-myung’s Centrist Pivot and the Future of U.S.–South Korea Alignment
South Korea’s friends and neighbors are watching not just what Lee says but whether he governs as the centrist he campaigned to be.