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Despite Questions Raised in Campaign, Americans Remain Supportive of Troops in South Korea
Juni Kim
October 18, 2016
With scant information on American public opinion regarding Korea and its importance, a recent survey by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs provides valuable insights into public views.
North Korea’s Rationale Behind the Fifth Nuclear Test
September 30, 2016
Why did North Korea conduct a fifth nuclear test?
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.
Five Notable Facts about Thae Yong-Ho
Juni Kim
August 18, 2016
North Korea watchers have been busy for the last few days thanks to the high-profile defection of DPRK’s second-in-command in London, Thae Yong-Ho.
Pyongyang’s Pick: Why North Korea Endorses U.S. Presidential Candidates
Kyle Ferrier
August 15, 2016
Earlier this year North Korea made headlines when a state-run tourism website endorsed Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump only a few weeks after the billionaire stated he would speak with Kim Jong-un.
Why Was South Korea Not an Original Member of the Trans Pacific Partnership?
August 11, 2016
During and after the TPP negotiations, significant debates took place in South Korea on why it did not join the TPP negotiations in the first round.
South Korea’s Overseas Peacekeeping Activities – Part II: The Implications for South Korea
August 1, 2016
With support from both the South Korean public and policy makers, South Korean soldiers deployed overseas will continue to represent South Korea and promote universal values for the world peace and prosperity.
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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