POLITICS

"The U.S. new defense strategy is expected to strengthen 'containing China' rather than defending the mainland."

A report released on Friday suggests that the National Defense Strategy (NDS) of Donald Trump's potential second administration, expected to be unveiled by the end of the year, will likely prioritize countering China over homeland defense. According

U.S. Political Push Needed for Nuclear Submarines: Boost Nonproliferation Credibility and Offer Jobs

Military experts emphasize the critical importance of rapidly securing bipartisan support from the U.S. Congress and political circles to advance U.S.-South Korea cooperation on developing Korean nuclear-powered submarines. In a report titled "Issues

BEYOND ALLY: The Desperate Need For A Combat-Forged Partnership To Secure The Indo-Pacific's Future

Deputy Chief of Mission Kevin Kim at the U.S. Embassy in South Korea recently highlighted the volatile situation in the Yellow Sea as a key factor driving discussions on the acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines and increased defense spending by

IS AMERICA'S SECURITY FOR SALE? Washington Is Trading U.S. Forces For A Submarine, Leaving Us Vulnerable

Recent analysis suggests that South Korea's long-sought approval from the United States to build nuclear-powered submarines is revealing strategic differences between the two countries. South Korea sees these submarines as essential to strengthening

"Korean Permanent Resident Detained at US Airport After Korea Trip Freed After Four Months"

A support organization announced on Sunday that Kim Tae Hung, a 41-year-old U.S. permanent resident, had been released after about 4 months in detention. Kim was arrested at the airport immediately upon returning to the United States following a visi

"US-ROK Achieve Results in Tariff Stalemate and Nuclear Submarine Approval... But Trump's Caprice Is the Variable"

The U.S.-Korea summit held in Gyeongju last month yielded significant achievements, including resolving the impasse over the tariff and investment package and approving the construction of nuclear-powered submarines. However, experts caution that Pre

South Korea’s 2035 Carbon Goals Face Industry Pushback

Critics argue that the government's confirmed 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 53-61% fails to reflect South Korea's manufacturing-centric industrial structure. While South Korea's reduction targe

South Korea Stages Powerful Naval Drill in East Sea with Aegis Destroyers

Heaven-Sent Power: The Mighty Seoae Ryu Seong-ryong! On Monday, approximately 70 km (about 44 miles) east of Pohang, North Gyeongsang Province, the 7,600-ton Aegis destroyer Seoae Ryu Seong-ryong (DDG) led the charge, unleashing a barrage of fire at

South Korea Reviews Global Steel Tariffs, Plans Strategic Trade Talks

On Monday, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy held a joint public-private sector meeting to review steel protectionist measures implemented by the United States, European Union (EU), and Canada. The meeting took place at the Korea Iron & Stee

U.S. 7th Mechanized Corps to Hold Live-Fire Drills Across 13 Korean Regions

The U.S. Army's 7th Mechanized Corps announced on Monday that it will conduct live-fire exercises for mechanized units from November 19 to 26 across 13 cities and counties in the Gyeonggi, Gangwon, and Chungbuk regions. The exercises will take place