The Trump Presidency and U.S.-Korean Relations
What can we say about U.S.-Korean relations under the Trump Administration?
Implications of Trump’s Election on U.S. Trade Policy Towards Korea
Unlike past U.S. elections, President-elect Donald Trump has made trade a centerpiece of his campaign.
What Might a Trump North Korea Policy Look Like?
As it begins to sink in that the next U.S. president will be Donald Trump, one question that will be on the mind of those in Northeast Asia is what will Donald Trump’s North Korea policy look like?
Clinton’s Choice of Vice President: Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia
Exactly who is Tim Kaine and what are his views on international trade and America’s role in the world?
Implications for Korea of the platform of U.S. political parties – Part I: A look at the GOP platform
There has been much discussion in recent weeks regarding the policy implications of the respective party platforms, but both party platforms contain significant sections on foreign policy, defense, and international trade.
Trump’s Choice of Vice President: Governor Mike Pence of Indiana
Who is Mike Pence and what are his views on international trade and America’s role in the world?
Three Questions About North Korea’s Latest Execution
In the pantheon of executions, one would not expect to see a niche devoted to disagreements over forestry policy, which makes the news that Vice Premier Choe Yong-gon was executed for a disagreement over reforesting North Korea and poor job performance such a perplexing development.
Six Implications from the Mid-Term Elections for U.S Policy Towards East Asia
With Republicans winning a majority in the Senate for the first time in eight years, President Obama will face a Republican Congress for his final two years in office.
Jang Song Taek’s Public Purge from North Korean Leadership
Whether Kim Jong-un is in charge or is in trouble after the purge of Jang Song Taek, both possibilities present problems for the U.S. and its allies, demonstrating once again why North Korea is seen as the land of no good options.
More Interesting Rumors: Jang Song Taek’s Money Man Defects and Relatives are Recalled
If the rumors and the events surrounding Jang Song Taek’s possible removal from power are true, we should prepare for a North Korea that is more provocative and difficult to handle in 2014.