Seoul confronts the emergence of a new, far riskier nuclear order, while doubts about the credibility of U.S. extended deterrence remain.

North Korea's support for Russia's war in Ukraine completed its turn away from efforts to normalize relations with the United States.

Some North Korean pandemic restrictions continue to remain in place despite the rest of the world having returned to normal.

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) had been the source of significant uncertainty for Korean Electric Vehicle (EV) makers and their suppliers.

Korea has strived to bolster its image as a “global pivotal state” in both mending and fortifying relations with like-minded nations.