Spotlight on Korea’s “Developing-Country” Status
U.S. demand that Korea change its status in the World Trade Organization will test the Moon administration’s political capacity to appease the U.S. government.
Seoul Looks for a Tune that Resonates with Trump on Burden-Sharing
Finding a tune that resonates with Trump on burden-sharing may be more difficult than South Korea assumes.
Seventh Anniversary of the Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement
As we reflect on the success of the KORUS FTA, it is important to also remember that other factors may influence future economic behavior.
Growing Congressional Assertiveness on U.S. Foreign Policy: Implications for Korea
Congress is showing greater assertiveness in shaping U.S. foreign policy, but concerns arise that this could also complicate talks with North Korea.
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.
2018 in Review: When Donald Met Jong-un
If 2017 was the year of “fire and fury,” 2018 saw the United States and North Korea turn from the rhetoric of war to diplomacy.
The Korean Legacy of President George H.W. Bush
President George H.W. Bush’s legacy on the Korean Peninsula is significant and deserves remembrance for both strengthening the U.S.-ROK alliance and establishing the principles that underpin the ongoing denuclearization efforts
What Do the U.S. Mid-term Elections Mean for U.S.-Korea Relations?
Democrats may be torn between their desire for a diplomatic solution to the North Korea nuclear issue and their deep skepticism of the Trump Administration.
Views of President Trump and the U.S. Improving in South Korea
Public opinion of the U.S. and President Trump has remained the same or declined among most countries but Korea has been one of the few exceptions.
Are Moon and Trump Divided on North Korea?
There has been growing concern a gap is emerging between Washington and Seoul over relations with Pyongyang. If this gives you déjà vu you’re not alone.