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How South Korean Investment Brings Latent Capacity to U.S. Naval Power
By Andy Hong
June 26, 2025
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Cuba Opens Embassy in Seoul and North Korea Makes Its Displeasure Known
By Robert King
June 23, 2025
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Hopeful First Steps in Korea-Japan Relations Under Lee Jae Myung
By Daniel Sneider
June 22, 2025
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The Beef with Tariffs (III): Will Trump Revive Section 338 to Enforce Reciprocal Tariffs?
By Yohan Moon
June 12, 2025
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Weak U.S. and South Korean GDP Growth in First Quarter of 2025, but for Different Reasons
By William Brown
June 10, 2025
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Lee Jae-myung's Centrist Pivot and the Future of U.S.–South Korea Alignment
By Arius Derr
June 9, 2025
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Strengthening the Hanwha Philly Shipyard Amid Trump’s Tariff Policies
By Joshua NamTae Park
June 5, 2025
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Future of Korea: Enhancing Cooperation and Dialogue with Vermont
By Je Heon (James) Kim
June 5, 2025
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Lee Jae-myung’s Election: A Leader With a Mandate Who Has a Lot on His Plate
By Scott Snyder
June 4, 2025
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The Significance of the UN General Assembly High-Level Meeting on North Korean Human Rights
By Robert King
June 3, 2025
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How Might Russia Respond to an Accident at North Korea’s Yongbyon Nuclear Facility?
May 24, 2017
In the case of hypothetical accident with depressurization and ejection of radiation from a North Korean nuclear reactor: what actions might Russia take?
Moon Vows to Become a “President of All People,” but Faces a Nation Divided
May 23, 2017
An unexpected early presidential election was held on May 9 in South Korea. This election was the result of the impeachment of President Park Geun-hye. The election was won by Moon Jae-In, who strongly argued for eradicating ‘deep rooted evils”’ in Korean society, referring to the turmoil from the former President Park.
What are the Potential Impacts of a Crisis at North Korea’s Yongbyon Nuclear Reactors?
May 22, 2017
Concerns about the release of radioactive material from damaged reactors, and concerns regarding potential exposure of populations living downwind of the reactors, focuses on the radioactive isotope cesium-137 (Cs137).
Is the Hallyu Crisis with China Over?
Jenna Gibson
May 22, 2017
Beijing has approved the broadcast of a new Korean drama that had been co-produced by a Korean and a Chinese company, according to a source in the Chinese entertainment industry, making it the first Korean show to get the green light since before the THAAD spat.
Challenges for the Moon Administration in Addressing Relations with Japan
Juni Kim
May 19, 2017
This year has already seen a dramatic roller-coaster of events in South Korea-Japan relations.
"Teaching To Fish": How Training Koreans to Repair U.S. Cars May Boost Sales in South Korea
May 18, 2017
Perhaps no industry reflects the U.S.-Korea trade imbalance that a recent USTR report alludes to more than automotive.
Moon Must Not forget Moscow in North Korea Denuclearization Policy
Jenna Gibson
May 16, 2017
In order to move forward, President Moon must be careful to include Russia in his strategy and public statements about denuclearization, especially if he maintains his stated goal of resuming the Six Party Talks.
The Challenge of Managing Relations with North Korea for the Moon Administration
Troy Stangarone
May 15, 2017
As the new Moon Jae-in administration begins to put its personnel in place, one of the more challenging international relations to manage will be North Korea.
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