POLITICS

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

Lee Jun-seok's Bold Proposal: South Korea's Role in Hormuz Strait Security Explained

War on the Rocks, a Washington-based defense and foreign policy platform, published an op-ed from a South Korean opposition leader addressing the future of the Strait of Hormuz and the state of the U.S.-South Korea alliance.The piece, titled "How Sou

G7 Diplomacy: South Korea's Foreign Minister Discusses Hormuz Strait Tensions with U.S. Officials

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun met with U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker to discuss the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and broader Middle Eastern issues.According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Frid

G7 Foreign Ministers Meet: What’s Next for U.S.-Iran Relations?

On Friday, amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Middle East situation and rumors of negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, the top diplomats of South Korea and the U.S. are expected to meet face-to-face in Paris, France.The Ministry of Foreign A