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Amid intensifying regional and global geopolitical dynamics and persistent security challenges from North Korea, the enduring alliance between the United States and South Korea remains central to upholding peace and advancing shared strategic, economic, and security goals. CSIS monitors and analyzes these developments as the alliance continues to evolve to address South Korea’s enduring and emerging issues, strengthening deterrence of North Korea while deepening cooperation on global governance, advanced technologies, and resilient supply chains.

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Camp David, Three Years On: Still Standing?

Dr. Victor Cha, Dr. Hyun-Wook Kim and Dr. Yanghyeon Jo, discussed the trilateral partnership among the United States, Japan, and South Korea, exploring the three countries strategic priorities ahead of APEC summit in Shenzhen.

Podcast Episode by Victor Cha — November 9, 2026

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The Strategic Implications of the Russia-North Korea Axis

CSIS convenes a conference examining the durability of the North Korea-Russia partnership, and what it means for the United States and its allies in Europe and the Indo-Pacific by bringing together leading specialists on Russia, North Korea and alliance theory. 

Event — November 16, 2026

The Impossible State

Camp David, Three Years On: Still Standing?

Dr. Victor Cha, Dr. Hyun-Wook Kim and Dr. Yanghyeon Jo, discussed the trilateral partnership among the United States, Japan, and South Korea, exploring the three countries strategic priorities ahead of APEC summit in Shenzhen.

Podcast Episode by Victor Cha — November 9, 2026

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Bridge to Beijing? Kim Jong-un Crosses the Yalu

Dr. Victor Cha and Mr. Sydney Seiler discussed the significance of Kim Jong-un’s surprise visit to China, via the New Yalu River Bridge, exploring why Kim chose to visit China at this time and what the visit means ahead of President Trump’s upcoming trip to Asia.

Podcast Episode by Victor Cha and Sydney Seiler — October 27, 2026

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Missile Madness: Prelude to Summit?

Dr. Victor Cha, Mr. Ankit Panda, and Ms. Jenny Town discussed North Korea’s recent missile launches, focusing on what the tests reveal about North Korea's military capabilities and the strategy behind the accelerated pace of launches.

Podcast Episode by Victor Cha — October 23, 2026

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