What U.S.-Iran Tensions Mean for South Korea
South Korea could find itself facing both rising energy prices and an energy shortage if supplies from the Middle East were disrupted over an Iran conflict.
10 Issues to Watch for on the Korean Peninsula in 2019
A look at 10 issues that will have an impact on the Korean peninsula in the year ahead.
Could a Limited Inspection Agreement Build Confidence in U.S.-North Korea Talks?
While limited inspections will not remove the skepticism that some have regarding North Korea’s intentions, they could help to build the trust.
Revisiting the Korean War Armistice
It is worth revisiting the history and current status of the Armistice, as ending the Armistice raise complex legal and political questions.
Why Was Austria’s Intelligence Cooperation with South Korea Exposed?
A South Korean effort to gain intelligence on its neighbor to the North may have been exposed by the Austrian government.
North Korean Denuclearization: Whose Side is Time on?
Who is in the biggest hurry to conclude current negotiations: the U.S., South Korea, or North Korea? It is not easy to tell.
The Jig Is Not Yet Up: Kim Jong-un Turns to Cyber Crime
Continued nuclear-weapons development, for all the attention it receives from the outside world, is only part of North Korea’s broader strategy.
Interpreting Admiral Harris’ Appointment to Seoul
The policy community responded with widespread relief that we finally have a new Ambassador to South Korea, retired Admiral Harry B. Harris.
Why the United States Won’t Provide Financial Aid to North Korea
In trying to get Kim Jong-un to give up his nuclear program, Trump has suggested the U.S. private sector provide financial assistance to North Korea.
Initial Thoughts on the Trump-Kim Summit
After watching the first meeting between President Donald Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un, KEI staff members share some of the things that stood out to them.