South Korea
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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...
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 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...
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'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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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’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...
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...
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi and South Korean leaders are expected to affirm and further develop their bilateral relations which have been experiencing improvement....
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....
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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....
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 ...
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...
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....
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...
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 ...