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The Peninsula blog is a project of the Korea Economic Institute. It is designed to provide a wide ranging forum for discussion of the foreign policy, economic, and social issues that impact the Korean peninsula.
Why a Hard Embargo of North Korea is Impractical
Troy Stangarone
September 13, 2016
One option put forward to address North Korea's nuclear program is a hard embargo where all shipping into and out of North Korea would be blocked.
Understanding North Korea’s Fifth Nuclear Test and Sanctions
Troy Stangarone
September 9, 2016
North Korea has conducted its fifth nuclear test, the second test in less than a year. In combination with its efforts to advance its ballistic missile programs and develop second strike capabilities, Pyongyang has demonstrated that it is committed to developing a usable nuclear warhead in spite of international pressure to halt its programs and return to talks. In light of this, the question remains how the international community should respond.
Is “Byungjin” Working? A Look at North Korea’s Money
William Brown
September 7, 2016
Byungjin might be working, but probably not the way Kim Jong-un was thinking.
One Piece of a Larger Puzzle: Putting U.S.-ROK Military Exercises in Context
September 1, 2016
U.S.-ROK military exercises have been a key piece of the American presence on the Korean peninsula for more than half a century.
Why is China so upset about THAAD?
Mark Tokola
August 30, 2016
The decision to deploy a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) anti-ballistic missile system in South Korea has been controversial in South Korea, and predictably has been condemned by North Korea, but, judging by headlines and official statements, seems to have upset the Chinese more than anyone else.
A Look Back at North Korea’s SLBM Tests
Juni Kim
August 29, 2016
North Korea’s submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) test last week displayed a troubling advancement of North Korea’s missile technology. Despite close international attention and outcry, North Korea has made rapid advances in its SLBM capabilities since its first test last year.
Should South Korea be Worried about Global Terrorism?
Juni Kim
August 23, 2016
In light of recent terrorist incidents that have spread across the globe, South Koreans have voiced concerns about global terrorism possibly reaching their shores.
South Korea’s Overseas Peacekeeping Activities – Part I: The History and Current Status
July 29, 2016
It is expected that South Korea’s contribution to overseas peacekeeping missions will play a more critical role in contributing to international peace and security.
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