Analysis and commentary on the U.S.-South Korea relationship and what Korea means for American interests. New posts several times a week.
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The Failed UN Security Council Resolution on North Korea
Stephan Haggard •
With Russia and China openly joined in protecting North Korea politically in the UN Security Council, the future is pretty clear.
Read More Korea’s ‘Economy-Security Strategy’ and the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework
Uncertain Prospects for Yoon’s Japan Initiative
Terrence Matsuo •
While some experts are optimistic Yoon's efforts will yield positive results, there remain significant obstacles to reseting relations with Japan.
Read More The Yoon Suk Yeol Administration’s Policy toward Japan and ROK-Japan Relations: Assessment and Outlook
United Nations Appoints Peruvian Scholar Elizabeth Salmón Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in North Korea
Robert King •
UN Human Rights Council appoints Peruvian scholar as Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the People’s Democratic Republic of Korea.
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