ROK
Security in the Asia-Pacific
CHINA-US FOCUS - APLN Vice Chair Moon Chung-in argues that it is important to revalue the traditional Asia-Pacific concept for inclusiveness, cooperation and stability.
(NU-NEA) Implications of the Ukraine War for ROK Security
Cheon Myeongguk explores the possible implications of the Ukraine conflict on the ROK attitudes regarding nuclear weapons.
(NU-NEA) Implications of the Ukraine War for ROK Security
Cheon Myeongguk explores the possible implications of the Ukraine conflict on the ROK attitudes regarding nuclear weapons.
Comparing North Korea’s Nuclear Forces Policy Laws
Jun Bong-geun argues that North Korea is, illegitimately, sending the world a message that its nuclear arsenal is a "fait accompli."
Is an Economic Security Alliance with US in Korea’s Best Interest?
HANKYOREH - APLN Vice Chair Moon Chung-in weighs in on South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's push for an "economic security alliance" with the US.
Two Koreas’ Contest of Strength Reaches Fever Pitch
HANKYOREH - APLN member Cheong Wook-Sik argues that while the two Koreas are quickly becoming engulfed in a contest of strength, a different approach is needed.
Multilateral Diplomacy: Wild Card with Caveats for Seoul
THE KOREA TIMES - APLN member Kim Won-soo argues that value-based approaches to multilateralism are critical for South Korea's diplomacy, but Seoul has to be conscious of three caveats.
Nuclear N. Korea: Beyond Deterrence and Recognition
HANKYOREH - APLN Vice Chair Moon Chung-in writes on North Korea's new law concerning its nuclear weapons policy.
Brussels Korea Forum 2022
On September 29, APLN members Kang Kyung-wha and Lee Sang-hyun will participate in the 2022 Brussels Korea Forum to discuss Korea-Europe security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and Globally.
View the Bigger Picture
CHINA DAILY - APLN Vice Chair Moon Chung-in argues that China and the ROK should avoid sacrificing their long-term, common interests for short-term, parochial ones.