Han Duck-soo’s Acting Presidency: A Timeline
This timeline is a second part of a series that covers “major events” in the aftermath of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of…
[2024 in Review] Redefining Inter-Korean Relations
While South Korean governments across a broad political spectrum have sought closer relations with North Korea, the Kim regime has opposed any such strengthening of ties, even when they have been to the advantage of the North Korean people.
South Korea’s Political Turmoil: A Timeline
This timeline highlights major events in the aftermath of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of martial law on December 3, 2024.
South Korea Scrambles to Adjust to a Trump Economy
President Yoon Suk-yeol, like many of his peers, try to disentangle likely changes in US economic policies by the second Trump administration.
Prime Minister Ishiba’s Asian NATO Proposal and Korea-Japan Defense Ties in Korean Peninsula Contingencies
Whether under a formal alliance such as an Asian NATO or a bolstered bilateral partnership, South Korea and Japan should strengthen security cooperation to prepare for potential contingencies.
US and South Korean Economic Growth Diverge in Q3 2024
South Korea eked out a disappointing 0.1 percent gain from Q2. In contrast, the US showed a 2.8 percent growth, down slightly from 3 percent.
Reopening the Sangdong Mine: South Korea’s Quest for Tungsten Autonomy
As the world looks beyond China to secure tungsten, concerns arise in Seoul about the limitations on its autonomy over this vital metal.
Strengthening South Korea’s Global Value Chain Through Increased Robot Adoption
Is South Korea doing enough to achieve the just-in-case strategy, in particular with the integration of industrial robots?
Announcing KEI’s New Korean IRA Investment Map
Explore major Korean investments spurred by the IRA in communities across the United States on our new interactive map.
Korea’s Strategic Futures Between Continental and Maritime Powers
Historically, the Korean Peninsula has acted as a pivot over which continental and maritime powers vie for control and influence.