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Examining European Engagement With North Korea
(Source: Korean Central News Agency) This article was written and researched as part of the first cohort of 38 North’s Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program, under the mentorship of senior experts on North Korean affairs. The program and series were made possible through generous support by the Henry Luce Foundation. For more papers in this series, click here.
4/20/25 Korean News and Commentary
Quotes of the Day: "The struggle itself towards the Heights is enough to fill a man's heart. One must imagine Sisyphus happy." – AlbertCamus When plagiarism becomes a way of life for a group in a society, they eventually create a legal system that justifies the act, and a moral system that embellishes it. – Frederick Bastia "Everything that needs to be said has already been said. But, since no one was listening, everything must be said again.
The Martial Law Crisis: How Military Disobedience Helped Save South Korea’s Democracy
Lower-ranking soldiers, through acts of disobedience, played a crucial role in stopping an undemocratic power grab. That holds lessons that extend beyond South Korea. Subscribe for ads-free reading The impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol was recently upheld by the country’s Constitutional Court. Yoon was impeached following a controversial move in December 2024, when he declared martial law, opposition parties of anti-state activities.
Strengthening the United Nations Command in Korea to Counter Authoritarian Collusion
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol stated at the recent NATO summit that “North Atlantic security is inseparable from East Asian security.” His words highlight the growing realization among Asian and European states that both regions are increasingly interconnected, particularly as North Korea deepens its strategic ties with Russia. There is now a growing risk of Pyongyang receiving technological support for its weapons programs in exchange for sending conventional weapons to Moscow.
South Korea’s healthcare system gets a checkup
South Korea’s healthcare system faces a crisis. Doctors are overworked, patients underserviced and a lack of trust between the government and medical organisations undermines meaningful reform. These issues will continue unless the government addresses doctors’ longstanding concerns to gain their support. Due to a cap of 3058 on medical student admissions, South Korea has one of the lowest doctor-to-patient ratios in the OECD, with 2.6 doctors per 1000 people.
Navigating cross-strait relations after President Lai’s inauguration
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te marks the third consecutive term for the pro-independence Democratic Progressive Party, intensifying cross-strait relations. Some argue that there is a dichotomy between hawks and doves, or those who favour force and those who do not in order to incorporate Taiwan into China. The US military has increasingly noted that the hawks are winning this battle.
Indonesia’s home savings scheme set to strain workers and employers
In May 2024, Indonesian President Joko ‘Jokowi’ Widodo issued a new regulation on the of a Public Housing Savings Program, known as Tapera (Tabungan Perumahan Rakyat). This regulation mandates that all workers — both public and private sector, and even those self-employed — to earmark a predetermined portion of their monthly income to pay into the Tapera fund beginning in 2027.
The United States tells China to kick rocks in Central Asia
The United States is looking to diversify its critical minerals supply chain by establishing partnerships with the Central Asian republics and reducing its dependence on China, which currently dominates the global supply of these essential materials. China has been increasing its economic influence in Central Asia in recent years, and the United States now faces an uphill battle to establish itself as a compelling alternative.
Can South Korea Be a Knight for the U.S. on Chessboard of Latin America?
Image Source: Brookings. On February 14, a historic agreement was reached between the Republic of Korea and the Republic of Cuba to establish ambassador-level diplomatic relations. This move is particularly significant as Cuba was the last nation in Latin America and the Caribbean without formal ties to South Korea, maintaining instead a relationship with North Korea.
Artificial intelligence threat makes data protection priority for Philippine military
On 14 October 2023, the Philippines’ Department of National Defense (DND) issued a memorandum banning the use of artificial intelligence (AI) image generator apps by uniformed military personnel and DND civil servants. At the time, the use of AI image apps such as Remini and Photo Lab went viral, with many Filipinos using them to create alternative profile images for social media. While this seems like an overreaction to a harmless social media trend, the security implications were serious.
Breathing life into Northeast Asia alliances
After the May 2024 China–Japan–South Korea trilateral summit in Seoul, some may be disappointed that the summit amounted to a diplomatic gesture rather than a forum for serious progress. But given the complex dynamics in Northeast Asia and the ongoing US–China rivalry, the summit’s emphasis on cooperation could pave the way for more stable relations between the three countries.
South Korea’s Role in Countering Chinese and Russian Arms Sales in Latin America
Having declared a state of “internal armed conflict” against brutal criminal organizations, newly-elected Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa needed cash and new equipment for the armed forces, which were still reliant mainly on legacy and secondhand equipment.
Time to create a new quad for the Arctic Pacific to counter China and Russia
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Time to create a new quad for the Arctic Pacific to counter China and Russia
The Arctic may be the single region most subject to competition for resources and new trade routes being made possible by climate change, with Russia and China pressing ahead on construction of ice breakers, sailing in areas previously untouched by them.
Is South Korea Prepared for Election Disinformation, Deepfakes, and Cyberattacks?
The third iteration of the Summit for Democracy was hosted in Seoul on March 20, providing a crucial platform for global leaders to address challenges in strengthening democratic institutions, both at home and abroad. The event was particularly significant as it focused on the impact of disinformation, fake news, and digital threats to democratic practices, especially in light of the numerous elections worldwide to take place in 2024.
Is South Korea Prepared for Election Disinformation, Deepfakes, and Cyberattacks? - Tribune Content Agency
The third iteration of the Summit for Democracy was hosted in Seoul on March 20, providing a crucial platform for global leaders to address challenges in strengthening democratic institutions, both at home and abroad. The event was particularly significant as it focused on the impact of disinformation, fake news, and digital threats to democratic practices, especially in light of the numerous elections worldwide to take place in 2024.
Time for a New Approach to the North Korea Problem. How About Canada?
This article originally appeared in The Diplomat In the 30 years since North Korea announced its intention to withdraw from the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), the United States has implemented a variety of strategies to curb Pyongyang’s behavior.
3/15/24 Korean News and Commentary
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Time for a New Approach to the North Korea Problem. How About Canada?
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Time for a New Approach to the North Korea Problem. How About Canada?
In the 30 years since North Korea announced its intention to withdraw from the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), the United States has implemented a variety of strategies to curb Pyongyang’s behavior. These efforts, which range from the Clinton-era Agreed Framework to the Trump administration’s bilateral summits, have failed to dissuade the Kim regime from testing its missile and weapon of mass destruction (WMD) capabilities.
Time for a New Approach to the North Korea Problem. How About Canada? - Chan Mo Ku
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