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Experts suggest the most significant development in the US-South Korea alliance lies not in recent military exercises, but in Washington's push for deeper Korean industrial capabilities in sectors like shipbuilding and next-generation artillery.

South Korea is urging Samsung Electronics and SK hynix to lead the global semiconductor race, sustain the country's export economy, and revitalize regions affected by industrial concentration.

A column argues that the debate over wartime operational control (OPCON) transfer in South Korea should not be viewed solely as a military or political issue, but also requires an economic test due to market reactions to uncertainty.

Poland is emerging as a central hub for Korea's defense industry in Europe, driven by geopolitical pressures and a broader strategic shift in the continent's security environment.

Four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, live images of shattered cities, displaced families and exhausted civilians have filled global media.

A US national security memorandum temporarily allows foreign shipbuilders with significant US investments to build vessels overseas, presenting an opportunity for Korea to assist in rebuilding the US Navy.

South Korea's Ministry of National Defense is advancing three significant changes: seeking an earlier transfer of wartime operational control, considering the consolidation of military academies, and proposing private security personnel.

South Korea is facing discussions regarding its booming semiconductor industry, with calls to restrict strikes to maintain stability. The nation is increasingly reliant on the economic windfall from this sector.

An article argues that if millions of American consumers were affected by a data issue, US regulators would treat it as a governance failure requiring transparent accountability, rather than a diplomatic issue.

An analysis questions whether Canada's selection of Germany's TKMS for its new submarines was a genuine choice or a strategic move against Korea in the competition.

An opinion piece discusses the evolving landscape of defense technology, advocating for the development of dual-use defense tech outside traditional military-industrial systems.

An analysis by Man-Ki Kim discusses the intensifying global instability, from the Ukraine war to Middle East unrest, arguing for a broader approach to security beyond self-reliant defense.

Rising tensions in the Middle East have once again shaken global oil markets, raising concerns about potential disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy transit routes. For Korea, which imports nearly all its energy, such uncertainty poses a serious economic risk. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital artery for global energy. A large share of the world's crude oil and liquefied natural gas passes through this narrow corridor. Even brief disruptions can trigger price