Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly emerging as a defining arena of geopolitical competition. Beyond the race to develop advanced AI models, major powers are increasingly seeking to shape the institutions,...
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Europe’s distinctive contribution to peace and security on the Korean Peninsula
Tensions continue to be high on the Korean Peninsula. The presence of large-scale military forces and nuclear weapons threatens regional peace and stability. In the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of...
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Engagement without Endangerment: Italy’s Indo-Pacific Turn and the Case for Korea
Introduction: The Mediterranean Reaches the PacificIn 2024, the Italian aircraft carrier Cavour led a strike group on a 158-day deployment across the Indian and Pacific Oceans — the most visible...
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When Digital Regulation Becomes a Trade Dispute: Korea, the EU, and Growing U.S. Pressure
IntroductionDigital regulation is increasingly becoming a trade issue between the United States and its major partners. Rules once discussed mainly in terms of competition, consumer protection, privacy, or telecommunications policy...
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Interview with Bulgaria’s Ambassador to the Republic of Korea
Ambassador Petar Kraytchev has served as Bulgaria’s Ambassador to the Republic of Korea since April 2024. A career diplomat, he has held a range of senior positions at the Bulgarian...
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Interview with European Union Ambassador Ambassador to the Republic of Korea
Ambassador Ugo Astuto has served as the European Union Ambassador to the Republic of Korea since September 2025. A career diplomat, he joined the Italian Diplomatic Service in 1991 and...
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Israel, International Law, and Power
International Law and the Israeli–Palestinian ConflictInternational law has long served as a central framework for regulating state power, territorial control, and the use of military force. Although its effectiveness has...
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Tajikistan Embraces a Multi-Vector Foreign Policy
Central Asia is undergoing a period of significant geopolitical and economic transformation. The growing role of China, the changing position of Russia, the evolving regional environment following the Tajikistan–Kyrgyzstan border...
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Canada’s Submarine Choice: What It Means for South Korea
On 6 July 2026, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Germany’s Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) had been selected as the preferred supplier for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP)....
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Turkish–Korean Ties Deepen in the Age of Hallyu
Türkiye and South Korea have long described each other as “brother countries” due to their historical ties and shared memories. In recent years, however, relations between the two countries have...
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Korea Builds a Halal Export Strategy for Indonesia
The rapid expansion of the Korean Wave has significantly increased global demand for Korean food products. Indonesia, as the world’s largest Muslim-majority country, represents a major export opportunity for South...
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South Korea’s Rise as a Global Defence Exporter
South Korea has become one of the world’s leading arms exporters. During 2021–25, it accounted for around 3 per cent of global arms exports, marking a major change from the...
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Tajikistan Embraces a Multi-Vector Foreign Policy
Central Asia is undergoing a period of significant geopolitical and economic transformation. The growing role of China, the changing position…
The Geopolitical Realignment of Turkish-American Relations: Beyond the F-35
Recent statements by US Vice President JD Vance and US President Donald Trump regarding the potential delivery of F-35 fighter…
Europe’s distinctive contribution to peace and security on the Korean Peninsula
Tensions continue to be high on the Korean Peninsula. The presence of large-scale military forces and nuclear weapons threatens regional…
Bamboo Diplomacy, Amplified: Tô Lâm’s Middle-Power Signal at Shangri-La
The opening session of the Shangri-La Dialogue on May 29, 2026, captured the central tension in Vietnam’s diplomacy. Tô Lâm,…
India Pushes for a Mediterranean Axis with Cyprus and Greece
India’s growing engagement with the Mediterranean reflects a broader adjustment in New Delhi’s external strategy. As India seeks more resilient…
Beyond Access and Security: Policy Acceptability in Korea–Europe Arctic Cooperation
Korea’s Arctic engagement has become increasingly visible in recent years. The passage of the Special Act on the Promotion of…