One Piece of a Larger Puzzle: Putting U.S.-ROK Military Exercises in Context
U.S.-ROK military exercises have been a key piece of the American presence on the Korean peninsula for more than half a century.
Why is China so upset about THAAD?
The decision to deploy a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) anti-ballistic missile system in South Korea has been controversial in South Korea, and predictably has been condemned by North Korea, but, judging by headlines and official statements, seems to have upset the Chinese more than anyone else.
PyeongChang 2018 Olympics: Will North Korea Participate?
North Korea’s diplomatic track record and recent provocations may jeopardize their participation in the 2018 Games.
South Korean Athletes to Watch in Rio
In London in 2012, the South Korean team walked away with 28 medals, placing them fifth in the medal count. Here is our list of the Korean athletes to watch for in Rio.
Ten Korean Words that Don’t Exist in English
Every language has “untranslatable words” – a word that perfectly encapsulates a feeling or situation which lacks an exact equivalent in other languages. Here are ten useful Korean words that don’t have exact English equivalents.
Korean Language Continues to Gain Popularity Worldwide
In Thailand, students applying to college will soon have the option of using Korean as their foreign language. This move comes amid growing demand for Korean language learning in Thailand, where Korean pop culture products are wild successes.
The Realignment of Korean Politics
Ahn’s plans called for a wave of support from citizens at the ballot booth who identified with equality, justice, and a fresh start. This would have translated into support from people all over the nation who were tired of traditional regionalism. This simply did not materialize.
The Meaning of Brexit
The Brexit decision marks a historic turning point that will have ramifications in expanding circles from inside the UK, to the EU, and to the rest of the world, including the United States and the Republic of Korea.
Unfriending North Korea…With South Korea’s Help
On June 16, Uganda officially kicked North Korea to the curb, asking approximately 60 DPRK troops and state security officials to leave the country. This move may be yet another sign that South Korean President Park Geun-Hye’s so-called Summit Diplomacy is working.
Growing Pains: The Case of Kakao
The runaway success of Kakao’s mobile messaging app can be easily seen by its near universal use in South Korea. From high school students to working professionals, three-quarters of South Korea’s 50 million residents use Kakao’s free messaging service monthly with an additional 10 million monthly users outside of South Korea.