Commentaries
Hibakusha: The Human Cost of Nuclear Weapons
Elaine Natalie and Katie Yoon explore the devastating physical and psychological impacts of nuclear weapons as experienced by the hibakusha, survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings.
Vale, George Shultz
Gareth Evans highlights the enormous contribution to nuclear disarmament of former US Secretary of State George Shultz, as the world mourns his passing.
The Implications of Hypersonic Weapons on the Korean Peninsula
Katie Yoon explores South Korea's development of hypersonic weapons and its potential impacts on ROK-DPRK relations.
Banning Nuclear Weapons: Don’t Be Deceived
John Tilemann explains why nuclear disarmament advocates should be concerned about the impact of the TPNW, discussing its limits as well as appropriate measures to reduce nuclear threats.
Will Biden "Build Back Better" Relations with North Korea?
A video analysis on what the new US Administration will mean for the North Korean nuclear issue.
The Trap of the Biden Administration and Progressive Idealism
Chung-in Moon argues that there is no guarantee that the Biden Administration will bring back a peaceful world order, with implications for South Korea.
Korea and Japan: Prospects for Signing the TPNW
Korea Times essay winner Dong-suk Yoo explores ROK and Japan’s opposition to the Ban Treaty.
Strengthening South Korea’s Non-Proliferation Norm
Korea Times essay contest winner Alexander M Hynd considers how best to promote non-proliferation within South Korea.
The Dangers of Nuclear Nationalism in DPRK
Korea Times essay contest winner Sang-hoon Kim assesses DPRK's adherence to nuclear weapons despite the enormous political costs.
The Dangerous Game Between the DPRK and USA
A short essay by contest winner In-tae Jang, analyzing the potentially grim outcome should the DPRK and US fail to cooperate.