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Korea Platform publications feature policy perspectives and analysis by prominent voices on major policy issues of common importance to the people of the Republic of Korea and the United States.

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The U.S. and Korea Should Be Bold in Their Investments

Seoul and Washington should dedicate a portion of the investments to projects that will improve national security and supply chain security even if they entail accepting some commercial risk. 

Newsletter by Troy Stangarone — October 13, 2026

What Should Korea’s Take on “The Asian NATO” Be?

An Asian NATO is unlikely to be institutionalized in the near future. However, keeping the issue alive can serve as an aspirational goal. That aspiration will push Korea to further strengthen all the layers of its multi-layered security architecture.

Newsletter by Ho-Young Ahn — October 1, 2026

AI Moment for the U.S.-ROK Alliance

Winning the AI race is no longer about inventing better models. It is about turning AI into national power. South Korea is emerging as a pivotal country capable of connecting American innovation with real-world deployment through its strengths in semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, and digital infrastructure. 

Newsletter by Sung-han Kim — July 29, 2026

South Korea’s Market Boom—and the Bubble Beneath It

The South Korean stock market is the world’s best-performing in the first six months of 2026, doubling in value mainly on investors’ perceptions of two companies. But South Korean investors are also at great risk because the euphoric sentiment driving the rally will end someday. This could shock the broader economy, create political fallout, and damage Koreans’ confidence in stock investing.

Newsletter by Evan Ramstad — June 30, 2026

North Korea’s Ties With Belarus: Limited But Not Insignificant

Time will tell as to whether Lukashenko will play any role, let alone a successful one, in reviving U.S.-North Korean diplomacy. Notwithstanding this unlikely possibility, the more important consequence of the recent elevation in Belarus-North Korea relations pertains to North Korea’s broadening of diplomatic partnerships. 

Newsletter by Edward Howell — April 6, 2026

Not a Time for Arms Control With North Korea

The U.S. proposal of arms control, were it to happen, will undo the current structure of deterrence against North Korea’s nuclear threats. It will convince North Korea that its nuclear ambitions have been vindicated as the right course of action and lead it to demand a heavy price.

Newsletter by Ho-Young Ahn — March 18, 2026

SCOTUS Ruling and Korea

The Supreme Court’s ruling on the consolidated cases of V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. Trump and Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump is expected tomorrow. Here are some key numbers to keep in mind with this impending decision.

Newsletter by Victor Cha — January 8, 2026