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During recent talks between South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, both expressed support for diplomatic priorities but failed to make significant progress on a...
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has released 1.5 trillion won in unpaid defense budget and carryover funds to the Ministry of National Defense (MOD). This payment is part of a government initiative to e...
An exclusive report discusses concerns surrounding internal personnel changes at an intelligence agency reportedly facing dissolution. Critics argue the changes may be aimed at erasing any traces of p...
Hanwha Aerospace has signed a major contract with the Polish Armament Agency worth approximately USD 4 billion (EUR 3.42 billion) for the production of Chunmoo rounds. The agreement was inked on Decem...
South Korea aims to develop its own jet fighter engines independently, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers subject to export restrictions and geopolitical tensions. Hanwha Aerospace is leading th...
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung plans a state visit to China next week with stops in Beijing, Shanghai, focusing on improving ties amid economic rivalry and discussing nuclear issues....
North Korea has launched a long-range missile according to reports from South Korea and international observers....
Asian nations like Japan and South Korea were relatively spared in the US National Security Strategy published on December 5th compared to European allies. The strategy did not attack or warn these co...
U.S. President Donald Trump traveled to Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea for summits including ASEAN and APEC. Meetings focused on trade deals, security alliances, and political issues with several As...
The article discusses Michael O'Hanlon's concern that Donald Trump's proposed abandonment of South Korea could lead to instability on the Korean peninsula and possibly greater U.S. military involvemen...
South Korean prosecutors have indicted ten individuals, including former Samsung Electronics executives, for allegedly leaking the company's technology to Chinese chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologie...
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's Cabinet Secretary Masahiro Koizumi and South Korean National Security Advisor Suh Hoon are to hold discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral relations betwee...
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has commenced his four-day visit to Beijing, marking the first such high-level trip from South Korea to China in six years. The timing of this visit is notable due...
South Korea's Hanwha Systems has secured a contract worth US$27.7 million to supply combat management systems and tactical data links for two 3,200-tonne frigates being constructed for the Philippine ...
South Korean President Moon Jae-in’s successor, Lee Jae-myung, is set to embark on his inaugural trip to China from January 4th to the 7th. The purpose of this visit includes discussing ways to foster...
The South Korean government has announced an official ban on breeding and possessing Asiatic black bears for the extraction of bile from their gall bladders, effective January 1, as part of revisions ...
Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially protested South Korea’s military exercises near the disputed Takeshima islands after reports of activities conducted by South Korean forces earlier t...
In 2024, Lami Kim discussed South Korea’s growing interest in nuclear latency despite U.S. disapproval. Recently, discussions have shifted as geopolitical tensions evolve. The article explores the cha...
South Korean defense companies have been actively seeking funds through bond issuance in the domestic market. Key Aerospace Industries (KAI) and LG Innotek's subsidiary, LIG Nexis, are among those rec...
The South Korean Defense Ministry stated that a publicly disclosed drone from North Korea is not in possession of the South Korean military forces and they are investigating if it could be related to ...
The National Intelligence Service (NIS) of South Korea faces criticism over the timing of internal personnel adjustments ahead of its planned dissolution. The appropriateness of making such changes at...
The United States has partially lifted restrictions on imports of foreign-made drones, including those manufactured by Samsung Electronics. This move aims to integrate more international drone manufac...
The U.S. Army has deactivated the 5th Air Cavalry Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment (5-17 ACS) based at Camp Humphreys in South Korea as part of a broader service transformation initiative, according to...
Chinese President Xi Jinping will host South Korean President Moon Jae-in for a visit aimed at reinforcing bilateral ties between China and South Korea. This is the second meeting in two months, signa...
The article proposes that Australia enhance its defense self-reliance by acquiring road-mobile ballistic missiles, suggesting partnership with Israel or South Korea to achieve this goal....
A third executive contract has been signed between Poland and South Korea for precision strike rockets called CGR-080 designed for the K239 Chunmoo system, to be manufactured in Poland. The rockets ha...
Poland has contracted with South Korea to develop and manufacture precision-guided rockets for the HOMAR-K multiple rocket launcher system at a cost of 14 billion złoty (€3.3 billion). The agreement c...
The article suggests that Asia will experience increased volatility in 2026 due to tensions involving the United States (under a hypothetical Trump presidency), China, Taiwan, and North Korea. While o...
Chinese President Xi Jinping told his South Korean counterpart Lee Jae Myung that both nations share responsibility for regional stability and should make the correct strategic choice amidst a turbule...
Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso's ruling party leader Natsuo Yamaguchi, now replaced by Sanae Takaichi, is attempting to improve relations with South Korea due to worsening ties with China. However, ...
Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has expressed appreciation for Seoul’s recent decision not to provoke further tensions by officially stating its stance on non-provocation regar...
South Korean military released a statement indicating that they have no intention to provoke North Korea with their recent drone flights over the border area. They are thoroughly investigating the pos...
The South Korean Ministry of National Defense has stressed that there is no intention to provoke North Korea and will pursue practical actions aimed at building mutual trust between the two sides....
Chinese President Xi Jinping has reached out to South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol regarding Japan, urging cooperation during the ongoing dispute with China. However, given the strained relations be...
A diplomatic rift between China and Japan is evident as Chinese officials welcome South Korean business leaders on President Lee Jae-myung’s state visit, while Japanese executives hesitate to travel. ...
A former NATO commander stated that U.S. President Donald Trump has an optimistic view regarding Russia's future influence and dominance over other global powers, believing in its inevitable victory....
K-pop group BTS will release a new album on March 20, 2026, after completing their mandatory military service in South Korea. The members have been on hiatus since 2022 due to the national requirement...
During a phone call with South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, China’s top diplomat Wang Yi accused 'certain political forces in Japan' of attempting to reverse historical facts. He used the dialogu...
Despite North Korea's efforts to restrict South Korean cultural influence politically, the country continues to copy and repurpose various elements of South Korean culture, from food packaging to foot...
South Korea has signed a US$4 billion arms deal with Poland, highlighting the strength of its defense industry. However, concerns are raised about potential threats to South Korean weapons exports due...
The Phoenix flag was hoisted at the Blue House in Seoul at midnight on October 29, marking the return of the presidential residence to its traditional status after a period of change. This event signi...
The special prosecutors for treason have taken over the cases involving individuals including Yeo In-hyeong, Gwak Jong-gun, and Lee Jin-woo. This indicates their direct involvement in maintaining the ...
The article questions whether the Kim regime will succeed in disrupting the jangmadang (free markets) that are crucial for North Korea’s black market economy....
Five new hotels were inaugurated in Samjiyon, a region near China’s border with North Korea, by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. He highlighted the 'improving status' of his country's citizens....
South Korean defense company Hanwha plans to nearly double its stake in Austal, an Australian shipbuilding corporation. This move is viewed with concern by Japan due to potential threats it poses to t...
The South Korean government has announced that the KAI (Korean Aerospace Industries) has completed its flight test program for the KF-21 fighter jet. The country aims to start delivering production ai...
A summary of key defense news missed during holiday breaks, covering topics such as developments within the Department of Defense (DoD) and submarine advancements involving North Korea....
The Pentagon has stated that no decision has been made regarding the future status of an Army squadron based in South Korea which is reported to have been deactivated. The exact details and implicatio...
A special prosecutor concluded a six-month investigation into former South Korean first lady Kim Keon-hee's conduct amid long-rumoured allegations of misuse of power. Public presentations on Monday de...
Kim Keon Hee, former wife of Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, has been accused by prosecutors of accepting over $200,000 in bribes and allegedly interfering with state affairs....