Diplomatic-Pragmatic Korea and Northeast Asia
The de-escalation of tensions among Japan and South Korea in 2020 has refocused the attention on economic cooperation. Even when the dispute over travel restrictions was rejected by bilateral economic initiatives, bilateral cooperation have continued or increased.
Brown (2013) was the first to pioneer the recording of resistance to pragmatics among L2 Korean learners. His research revealed that a variety of factors, including personal identity and
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The role of pragmatism South Korea's foreign policy
In this time of uncertainty and change South Korea's Foreign Policy must be bold and clear. It must be prepared to defend its principles and work towards achieving global public good including climate change as well as sustainable development and maritime security. It should also have the capacity to demonstrate its global influence by delivering tangible benefits. But, it should be able to do this without compromising its stability in the domestic sphere.
This is a difficult task. South Korea's foreign policies are hindered by domestic politics. It is essential that the leadership of the country manages the domestic obstacles to build confidence in the direction and accountability for foreign policies. This isn't an easy task because the structures that guide foreign policy are complex and diverse. This article focuses on the challenges of overcoming these constraints domestically to develop a cohesive foreign policy.
The current government's focus on pragmatic cooperation with like-minded allies and partners is likely to be a positive thing for South Korea. This can help to counter radical attacks on GPS' values-based foundation and open the way for Seoul to engage with nondemocracies. It can also strengthen the relationship with the United States which remains an essential partner in advancing an order of world democracy that is liberal and democratic.
Another issue facing Seoul is to retool its complex relationship with China as the country's biggest trading partner. While the Yoon administration has made strides in the development of multilateral security structures, such as the Quad but it must be mindful of its need to preserve the economic ties with Beijing.
Younger voters appear to be less influenced by this viewpoint. The younger generation has a more diverse worldview,
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South Korea's diplomatic and pragmatic approach to North Korea
South Korea must strike a delicate balance to protect itself from rogue states while avoiding being entangled in power struggles with its larger neighbors. It also needs to be aware of the trade-offs between interests and values especially when it comes down to supporting human rights activists and working with nondemocracies. In this regard the Yoon government's diplomatic-pragmatic approach to North Korea is an important departure from past governments.
As one of the most active pivotal countries in the world, South Korea needs to participate in multilateral engagements as a way of establishing itself within global and regional security networks. In its first two-year tenure the Yoon Administration has actively boosted bilateral ties and has increased participation in minilaterals as well as multilateral forums. These initiatives include the Korea-Pacific Islands Summit, and the Second Asia-Pacific Summit for Democracy.
These efforts may seem like incremental steps, but they have positioned Seoul to leverage its newly formed partnerships to promote its views on global and regional issues. For example, the 2023 Summit for Democracy emphasized the importance of reforms and practice in democracy to address challenges such as corruption, digital transformation, and transparency. The summit also announced the launching of $100 million worth of development cooperation initiatives for democracy, such as e-governance and anti-corruption measures.
In addition the Yoon government has actively engaged with countries and organizations with similar values and priorities to support its vision of a global security network. These are countries and organizations that include the United States of America, Japan, China and the European Union. They also include ASEAN members as well as Pacific Island nations. These activities have been criticised by progressives for being lacking in pragmatism or
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GPS's emphasis on values however, could put Seoul in a difficult position when it has to decide between interests and values. For instance, the government's sensitivity to human rights advocacy and its refusal to deport North Korean refugees who have been accused of committing crimes could cause it to prioritize policies that appear undemocratic in the home. This is especially true if the government faces a situation like that of Kwon Pyong, the Chinese activist who sought asylum in South Korea.
South Korea's trilateral cooperation with Japan. Japan
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프라그마틱 이미지 trilateral cooperation between South Korea, Japan, and China is an optimistic signpost for Northeast Asia. The three countries share a shared security interest regarding the nuclear threat from North Korea, but they also share a strong economic concern over establishing a an efficient and secure supply chain and expanding trade opportunities. The return of their highest-level annual meeting is a clear indication that the three neighbors would like to encourage greater economic integration and co-operation.
However the future of their alliance will be tested by a variety of factors. The most pressing issue is the question of how to deal with the issue of human rights violations that have been committed by the Japanese and Korean militaries in their respective colonies. The three leaders agreed they would work together to address the issues and develop an inter-governmental system for preventing and punishing human rights violations.
Another major issue is how to find a balance between the three countries' competing interests in East Asia, especially when it comes to maintaining international stability and addressing China's growing influence in the region. In the past the trilateral security cooperation often been hampered by disputes about territorial and
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For example, the meeting was briefly overshadowed by North Korea's announcement that it would attempt to launch a satellite during the summit,
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It is possible to revive the trilateral relationship in the current situation however, it will require initiative and cooperation of President Yoon and Premier Kishida. If they don't, the current era trilateral cooperation will only provide a temporary respite in an otherwise rocky future. In the long term in the event that the current pattern continues the three countries will find themselves at odds over their mutual security interests.