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.
U.S.-Korea Trade Imbalance Continues to Dramatically Decline
The U.S. trade deficit through October with the world expanded by 11 percent, but Korea bucked this trend by declining 22 percent to just $15.1 billion.
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.
Withdrawing U.S. Troops from Korea is a White Flag, not a Bargaining Chip
It may have just be bravado, but President Trump’s suggestion that the withdrawal of U.S. troops on the Korean Peninsula may be on the table is problematic.
Will Korea Face Higher Tariffs on Steel to Protect U.S. National Security?
South Korea is an ally both in national security and in trade. It should not have been included on the list of targeted countries for steel safeguards.
Is There a Rift in the U.S.-ROK Alliance?
The U.S. relationship with South Korea has become multidimensional and important enough to generate its share of disagreements.
10 Issues to Watch for on the Korean Peninsula in 2018
As we look ahead to what might occur in 2018 we should also consider how key events from 2017 will continue to shape the year ahead.
2017 in Review: A Critical Year for the Korean Peninsula
In 2017, attention turned to the Korean Peninsula as South Korea removed Park Geun-hye from office and North Korea advanced its weapons programs.