The Korea Times Column
APLN publishes the APLN-Korea Times column in cooperation with the oldest daily English newspaper in Korea, featuring analysis by APLN network members and experts.
South Korea’s Dangerous Sense of Isolation
Tanya Ogilvie-White argues that South Korea is becoming increasingly isolated from its regional security partners in the way that it views the threat from North Korea.
Reducing War and Nuclear Risks on the Korean Peninsula
Jun Bong-geun argues that the Korean Peninsula's ongoing security competition heightens the risk of war and nuclear escalation, urging for resumed US-North Korea dialogue, reaffirmation of past ...
En-gendering Nuclear Disarmament
Meenakshi Gopinath calls for reframing and transforming the nuclear disarmament discourse through a gender-sensitive and gender-mainstreaming approach.
Arms Control Challenges in the Asia-Pacific
Adil Sultan explores the escalating arms race in the Asia-Pacific and highlights the need for innovative regional arms control approaches.
In 2024, Asia’s Domestic Politics Will Decide Its Geopolitics
Huong Le Thu assesses the impact that the numerous elections taking place in the Asia-Pacific this year will have on its geopolitical landscape.
Asia-Pacific Nuclear Nexus in 2024
Shatabhisha Shetty highlights the growing nuclear risks in 2024 amidst global geopolitical volatility, emphasizing the crucial role of organizations and middle-power countries in fostering inclusive ...
Addressing the Legacy of Nuclear Weapons
Angela Woodward discusses the ongoing and historical harm caused by nuclear weapons and highlights the TPNW as the first international agreement with recent developments.
Partnerships in Disaster Relief – What Is Southeast Asia Expecting?
Lina Gong examines the evolution of Southeast Asia's disaster relief and considers SEA's future HADR cooperation with external powers.
Taming Asia’s Nuclear Jungle: Lessons from the Cold War?
John Tilemann emphasises the urgent need for political leadership and intellectual resources to address nuclear threats.
Shoring Up the Nuclear Nonproliferation and Disarmament Regime Is Imperative
Trevor Findlay highlights the challenges to global nuclear disarmament and emphasizes the need for international cooperation.