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Fears of a nuclear arms race rise as New START expires
With the expiry of the New START treaty and weakened U.S. leadership on arms control, several NATO allies including Poland and potential partners like South Korea are contemplating their own nuclear p...
World Defense Show 2026: Hanwha increases Middle East presence and reveals Tigon 8x8 sale
At the World Defense Show 2026, Shephard conducted an interview with Sung Il, president of Hanwha's Middle East and Africa division. The discussion focused on Hanwha's strategy to leverage local indus...
North Korea threatens dire consequences if Seoul doesn’t stop drone incursions
North Korea has issued a warning that it will respond severely if South Korean drones continue to enter its airspace. The threat comes in the context of recent attempts by South Korean President Lee J...
South Korean shipyard joins U.S. Navy ship repair program
SK Oceanplant, a South Korean shipbuilder, has signed a Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) with the U.S. Navy, allowing it to participate in maintenance, repair, and overhaul of U.S. naval vessels. T...
South Korea moves closer to KDDX stealth destroyer deal
South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) initiated the contractor selection process for the Korean Next-Generation Destroyer (KDDX) program on February 11 with a preliminary ind...
South Korean President Discusses Expanding Defence Cooperation with NATO Secretary-General
During recent meetings, South Korea's president discussed strategies for increasing defense cooperation and collaboration with the NATO Secretary-General. The discussions focused on ways to enhance sh...
Coupang data leak threatens South Korea-US ties amid tariff tensions
Tensions have risen between South Korea and the United States due to a significant data breach at e-commerce giant Coupang, which affects over 60% of South Korea's population. This incident coincides ...
L3Harris begins militarizing Bombardier business jets for South Korean AEW&C order
L3Harris has begun converting Bombardier business jets into militarized aircraft for South Korea's Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) program. Two aircraft have already been received to commence...
Envisioning US Forces Korea’s role in a Taiwan war
The article discusses the potential involvement of United States Forces Korea (USFK) in a hypothetical scenario where USFK might play a role in assisting with a military conflict involving Taiwan, whi...
India And South Korea Chart Course For Strategic Leap In 2026 Seoul Dialogue
Indian Secretary (East) P Kumaran co-chaired the sixth India-South Korea Foreign Policy and Security Dialogue with South Korea's First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoon-joo in Seoul. The meeting highlig...
Putin's Panic Over Asia - Situation in Moscow Worse Than Expected
The article discusses concerns over Russian President Vladimir Putin’s reactions to deteriorating diplomatic and economic relations with Asian countries. It highlights increased pressure within Russia...
China’s Middle East arms edge overshadowed by Turkey and South Korea at Riyadh show
At the World Defence Show in Riyadh, manufacturers from the US, China, South Korea, and Turkey gathered to bid for significant financial and strategic deals. Despite exhibiting advanced fighter jets l...
‘Bad news for South Korea’ as US-Russia nuclear pact expires, sparking fears of arms race
The New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New Start) between the United States and Russia has expired after 15 years, causing concern about a potential regional arms race, especially regarding North Ko...
Can Transfer of OPCON Happen Within Lee Jae-myung's Presidency? What About North Korea-U.S.-South Korea Summit?
The article discusses the possibility of South Korea regaining wartime operational control (OPCON) within President Lee Jae-myung's term. It also touches on the potential implications for a summit inv...
US Commanders Say North Korea Remains Threat Despite Kim Summits
US military leaders continue to view North Korea as a significant threat to regional stability and security despite recent diplomatic summits involving North Korean leader Kim Jong-un....
South Korean President Holds First Telephone Call with NATO Secretary General on Security Cooperation
South Korea's President Moon Jae-in held a first-ever telephone call with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, during which they agreed to enhance security cooperation between South Korea and NATO...
Trump’s Trade Policy Is Teaching Partners Washington Can’t Be Trusted
Allies of the United States, from South Korea to Canada, are reconsidering their reliance on the U.S. due to President Trump's unpredictable trade policies that have undermined trust in American relia...
What Japan and South Korea Can Teach the U.S. About Shipbuilding
The article discusses how Japan and South Korea have developed strong shipbuilding industries by utilizing automation and modular designs. It suggests these strategies can be beneficial for the United...
America’s security bargains in Northeast Asia are being redrawn
The traditional security frameworks established between the United States and its allies in Northeast Asia, rooted in the aftermath of the Korean War, are undergoing significant changes. This shift is...
Trump Hails Coal Export Surge From US Trade Pacts With Japan, Korea, And India Amid India's Energy Balancing Act
US President Donald Trump highlighted an increase in American coal exports during a speech at the Champion of Coal Event in Washington DC, crediting trade deals with Japan, South Korea, and India. He ...
DMZ Disturbance Resolution Method (Tomato Column)
The article discusses potential methods for resolving tensions and incidents occurring within the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) between North and South Korea. It suggests diplomatic engagement and confiden...
Hanwha signs counter-drone deal with Estonian startup
South Korean defense manufacturer Hanwha Aerospace signed a memorandum of understanding with Frankenburg Technologies, an Estonia-based startup, to jointly develop counter-unmanned aircraft systems fo...
China economic rebalancing to test Koreans before benefiting them
China’s economy is experiencing sharp slowdowns while its exporters continue to be powerful competitive forces. This dual narrative reflects the shift in China's economic model from high investment an...
Average South Korean YouTuber earnings jump 25% in 4 years to US$49,000 annually
The income of South Korean solo media creators such as YouTubers has increased over 25 percent over the past four years, reaching an average of 71 million won (approximately US$49,000) annually. The t...
Takaichi may visit South Korea in March
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi and South Korean leaders are expected to affirm and further develop their bilateral relations which have been experiencing improvement....
Estonia builds Asia-Pacific links as it looks to scale defence industry capabilities
Estonia aims to expand its defense industry by fostering partnerships with aligned firms in the Asia-Pacific region. This strategic move seeks to enhance Estonia's defense industrial base....
Lee, NATO Chief Discuss Defense Cooperation
South Korean Defense Minister Suh Wook met with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg during the Brussels meeting of the North Atlantic Council to discuss defense cooperation and security issues....
Colby Recalls Excellent Talks With Seoul Officials On Alliance Modernization, Collective Defense
Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks' (referred to as Colby, possibly an error or reference in the article) recent talks with South Korean officials are described as excellent. The discussions f...
Construction of National Central Medical Center Begins with $13.6 Billion Investment
The construction of South Korea's National Central Medical Center has commenced after securing a financial investment of approximately $13.6 billion (1.8 trillion won). The project is expected to sign...
Takagi grabs ninth career Olympic medal as Kok wins women's 500
Miyuki Takagi clinched her ninth career Olympic medal and Juri Yoshida earned the gold in women's speed skating; Miho Matsumura grabbed bronze, while Kim Ha-jeong of South Korea took silver. Yurine Na...
Winter in North Korea: Americans Must Remember the Labor Camps
The article discusses the harsh reality of life under Communist rule in North Korea during winter, emphasizing the need for Americans to be aware and remember the existence of labor camps and human ri...
Why South Korea’s Hallyu heroes find taxes so … taxing
South Korean actor Kim Seon-ho is facing a new controversy over allegations that he may have attempted to evade taxes by registering a production company under his parents' names. His agency, Fantagio...
Park Chan-wook’s Murderous Comedy of Corporate Manners Is a Masterpiece
Director Park Chan-wook's new film 'No Other Choice' critiques the machinations and moral decay in South Korean corporate culture through dark humor and suspense. The movie illustrates how a strict hi...
Vietnam, mainland China among top Lunar New Year destinations for Hongkongers
Hong Kong residents are choosing South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and mainland China as their top travel destinations during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday period. This surge in travel is due to a un...
Inside Seoul’s ‘closet’ homes: YouTube tour reveals reality of gosiwon living
American travel YouTuber Drew Binsky documented his experience staying in gosiwons (boarding houses) in Seoul. The video highlights the extremely narrow entranceways and confined spaces typical of the...
Seongnam City Reviews Feasibility of Relaxing Height Restrictions for Flight Safety Zones
Seongnam City has begun a feasibility study to examine potential relaxation of height restrictions within the flight safety zones managed by the city. The purpose is to assess whether easing these res...
Aging families of possible North Korea abductees seek wider support
Families involved in efforts to locate and support potential victims of North Korean abduction are nearing their limits due to the aging of family members who lead these activities....
Thailand plays down ‘too expensive’ concerns from South Korean visitors
Thai officials are countering concerns that their country has become too expensive for South Korean tourists. They argue that fluctuating exchange rates, rather than domestic inflation, contribute to ...
South Korea's Choi dethrones halfpipe star Kim as Ono takes bronze
In a competitive event, South Korean athlete Choi secured victory over the two-time defending Olympic champion in snowboard halfpipe, despite facing an initial setback with a significant fall in her f...
Koreans are shunning dangerous shipbuilding jobs envied by Trump
Shipbuilding in South Korea is one of the country's most hazardous industries, resulting in over 10 deaths annually which leads workers to increasingly avoid these positions....
South Koreans swap ancestral rites for Japan getaways this Lunar New Year
This Lunar New Year, South Korean travelers are shifting their focus from domestic travel to international destinations, particularly Japan. More than 50% of flight searches by South Koreans during th...
Outrage in South Korea over ‘importing virgins’ proposal to raise birth rate
A South Korean governor of Jindo county, Kim Hee-soo, has proposed importing virgins from Sri Lanka and Vietnam to boost the declining birth rate in provincial areas. The suggestion was made during a ...