The Foreign Policy Outlook of South Korean Progressives: Part III
Many in DC view Korea’s liberal administrations as anti-American, but the foreign policy of Presidents Kim Dae-jung and Roh Moo-hyun says otherwise.
The Obama Administration and North Korea in 2009 Part 3: The Lessons of the First Year
With Joe Biden headed to the White House, North Korea watchers are speculating how the incoming administration will deal with this long-standing foreign policy irritant….
The Obama Administration and North Korea in 2009 Part 1: Satellite Launch Hardens Positions
With Joe Biden headed to the White House, North Korea watchers are speculating how the incoming administration will deal with this long-standing foreign policy irritant….
The China-Russia Security Council Resolution Part 2: Chinese Motives
Given that the proposal in the UN Security Council is largely moot given U.S. opposition, what might we glean about Chinese motives?
The China-Russia Security Council Resolution Part 1: Sanctions Relief
For the first time since the collapse of the Six Party Talks, we have a document that outlines the Chinese and Russian positions in fairly granular detail.
A North Korea Agenda for the Trump-Xi Summit
On April 6-7, U.S. President Donald Trump will host Chinese President Xi Jinping at his Mar-a-Lago resort for their first summit meeting.
16 Issues for the Trump Administration to Consider in Developing a New North Korea Policy
If the Trump administration were to consider a significant overhaul of U.S. policy on North Korea, here are 16 issues the incoming administration should consider in developing a new policy.
Korea and the Trump Administration: Confirmation Questions for State and Defense Nominees
For the purposes of those with a particular interest in Northeast Asia, and Korea in particular, following are questions that we would love to see asked and answered during the upcoming confirmation hearings.
Another Way of Dealing with North Korea: Negotiation Without Engagement
The Trump Administration should offer talks with Pyongyang to decrease tensions being caused by North Korea’s nuclear weapons program, but it isn’t so simple.
Understanding North Korea’s Fifth Nuclear Test and Sanctions
North Korea has conducted its fifth nuclear test, the second test in less than a year. In combination with its efforts to advance its ballistic missile programs and develop second strike capabilities, Pyongyang has demonstrated that it is committed to developing a usable nuclear warhead in spite of international pressure to halt its programs and return to talks. In light of this, the question remains how the international community should respond.