POLITICS

Is the U.S.-Korea Alliance Stronger Than Ever? Insights from President Lee's Meeting with U.S. Congress

On Tuesday, President Lee Jae Myung met with a delegation from the U.S. House of Representatives to discuss South Korea's role and potential collaboration in light of the ongoing Middle East conflict.During the meeting at the Blue House, President Le

U.S. Diplomacy: Will the New Korean Cyber Law Affect K-Pop and Tech Cooperation?

Sarah B. Rogers, U.S. Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs, has announced plans to discuss the revised Network Act during her visit to South Korea.After concluding her Japan trip, Under Secretary Rogers tweeted on Monday t

2026 Trade Barriers Report: How South Korea's AI and Cloud Restrictions Impact US Businesses

The Trump administration has identified South Korea's restrictions on AI infrastructure and cloud procurement as non-tariff trade barriers, marking a new addition to the annual U.S. trade barrier report.The Office of the United States Trade Represent

Exploring the Impact of Korea’s New Digital Law: A U.S. Perspective on Freedom and Privacy

The U.S. and South Korea held public diplomacy talks in Seoul to explore ways to expand cooperation. During these discussions, the U.S. side voiced concerns about South Korea's proposed amendments to its Information and Communications Network Act.Acc

How South Korea is Tackling Energy Supply Risks Amid Trump’s Peace Talks

The Blue House is closely monitoring the repercussions of the Middle East conflict. Despite President Donald Trump's repeated hints at the possibility of ending the war, there's ongoing uncertainty in energy supply as long as the Strait of Hormuz, a

South Korea's Military Moving Assistance: Are We Benchmarking Against the U.S. GHC System?

South Korea's Department of Defense (DoD) is set to overhaul its current relocation assistance program for service members and civilian employees. The initiative aims to emulate the U.S. military's Government Housing Contract (GHC) system, which stre

How Trump's Tariff Policy Reshaped the US-Korea Alliance: A Year in Review

A year has passed since President Donald Trump unveiled his global mutual tariff policy. This strategy was rooted in his belief that America's relationships with allies and friendly nations were unbalanced, causing significant losses for the United S

South Korea Reviews Emergency Welfare Measures and Supplies Amid Prolonged Middle East Conflict

Amid signs of a prolonged Middle East conflict, the South Korean government has decided to prioritize addressing healthcare issues, particularly the supply of pharmaceuticals, as part of its livelihood welfare initiatives.On Tuesday, South Korea's De

South Korea vs. U.S.: Will Iran Allow Korean Ships to Pass Through Hormuz Strait?

Iran's ambassador addressed the issue of vessel navigation through the Strait of Hormuz on June 26, stating that South Korea is considered a non-hostile country and expressing hope that it would continue to abstain from agreements with the United Sta

Iran's Warning: Can South Korean Ships Navigate the Hormuz Strait Amid US Tensions?

Iran has warned that vessels trading with American companies cannot pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a claim the U.S. State Department says was not raised during diplomatic communications with Tehran.A State Department official told reporters March