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+Diplomatic-Pragmatic Korea and Northeast Asia
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+The diplomatic de-escalation of Japan-South Korea tensions in 2020 has focused attention on cooperation in the field of economics. Even when the issue of travel restrictions was resolved, bilateral economic initiatives continued or grew.
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+Brown (2013) pioneered the documentation of resistance to pragmatics among L2 Korean learners. His research showed that a variety of factors like identity and personal beliefs can influence a student's logical choices.
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+The role of pragmatism in South Korea's foreign policy
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+In this time of uncertainty and change, South Korea's Foreign Policy has to be clear and bold. It must be willing to take a stand on principle and pursue global public goods such as climate change, sustainable development and maritime security. It should also have the ability to project its global influence through tangible benefits. However, it must be able to do this without compromising its domestic stability.
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+This is a challenging task. Domestic politics are a key obstacle to South Korea's foreign policy, and it is critical that the leadership of the president manage the domestic challenges in a manner that boost confidence in the direction of the country and accountability for foreign policies. This is not easy because the structures that support foreign policy development are a complex and varied. This article examines the challenges of overcoming these domestic constraints to project a cohesive foreign policy.
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+South Korea will likely benefit from the current administration's focus on a pragmatic relationship with allies and partners who have similar values. This approach can help counter the growing attacks on GPS' values-based basis and open up the possibility for Seoul to be able to engage with non-democratic countries. It will also improve the relationship with the United States which remains an essential partner in advancing an order of world democracy that is liberal and democratic.
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+Seoul's complicated relationship with China which is the country's largest trading partner - is yet another challenge. While the Yoon administration has made progress in building up multilateral security architectures such as the Quad, it must weigh these commitments against its need to preserve the economic ties with Beijing.
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+While long-time observers of Korean politics have pointed to ideology and regionalism as the primary factors in political debate, younger voters are less influenced by this perspective. This new generation has a more diverse worldview, and its beliefs and worldview are evolving. This is reflected by the recent growth of Kpop, as well as the growing global popularity of its exports of culture. It's too early to know if these factors will shape the future of South Korea's foreign policy. It is worth keeping an eye on them.
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+South Korea's diplomatic-pragmatic approach towards North Korea
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+South Korea must strike a delicate balance to shield itself from rogue states and to avoid getting drawn into power struggles with its large neighbors. It also has to be aware of the balance between values and interests particularly when it comes to assisting human rights activists and working with non-democratic governments. In this regard,  프라그마틱 정품 ([pragmatickr.com](https://pragmatickr.com/)) the Yoon administration's pragmatic and diplomatic approach to North Korea is a significant change from previous administrations.
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+As one of the most active pivotal nations in the world, South Korea needs to engage in multilateral partnerships as a means of positioning its self within global and regional security networks. In its first two-year tenure the Yoon Administration has actively bolstered bilateral ties and expanded participation in minilaterals and multilateral forums. These initiatives include the Korea-Pacific Islands Summit, and the Second Asia-Pacific Summit for Democracy.
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+These efforts could appear to be incremental steps, but they have positioned Seoul to leverage its newly formed alliances to advance its views on regional and global issues. The 2023 Summit for Democracy, for instance, stressed the importance and necessity of democratic reform and practice to address challenges such as corruption, digital transformation and transparency. The summit announced $100 million in development cooperation projects that will help support democracy, including anti-corruption and e-governance efforts.
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+In addition the Yoon government has proactively engaged with other countries and organizations that have similar values and goals to help support its vision of an international 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. Progressives have been criticized by some for these activities for being lacking in values and pragmatism. However, they can help South Korea develop a more robust toolkit for dealing with countries that are in a state of rogue, like North Korea.
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+GPS's emphasis on values however, could put Seoul in a difficult position if it is forced to make a choice between values and interests. The government's concern for human rights and refusal to deport North Koreans accused of committing crimes could lead it, for example to put a premium on policies that are undemocratic in Korea. This is especially true if the government is faced with a situation like that of Kwon Pyong, the Chinese activist who sought asylum in South Korea.
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+South Korea's trilateral partnership with Japan. Japan
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+In the face of global uncertainty and an unstable world economy, trilateral collaboration between South Korea and Japan is an opportunity to shine in Northeast Asia. While the three countries share a security interest in the nuclear threat posed by North Korea, they also have a significant economic stake in establishing safe and secure supply chains and expanding trade opportunities. The resumption of their highest-level annual gathering is a clear signal that the three neighbors are keen to promote closer co-operation and economic integration.
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+The future of their relationship, however, will be tested by several factors. The question of how to handle the issue of human rights violations committed by the Japanese or Korean militaries within their respective colonies is most urgent. The three leaders agreed to work together to resolve these issues, and to create a joint mechanism for preventing and punishing human rights violations.
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+A third challenge is to find a balance between the competing interests of three countries in East Asia. This is particularly important in the context of maintaining peace in the region and addressing China’s increasing influence. In the past, trilateral security cooperation has often been hindered by disagreements about territorial and historical issues. Despite the recent evidence of stability in the pragmatics, these disputes remain latent.
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+For example, the meeting was briefly tainted by North Korea's announcement that it will attempt to launch satellites during the summit, and also by Japan's decision to extend its military exercises with South Korea and the U.S., which drew protests from Beijing.
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+The current situation offers an possibility to revive the trilateral relationship, however it will require the leadership and cooperation of President Yoon and Prime Minister Kishida to make it a reality. If they do not, the current era trilateral cooperation may only be a temporary relief in an otherwise rocky future. In the long term If the current trend continues, the three countries will end up at odds with respect to their respective security interests. In this scenario, the only way the trilateral relationship will last is if each country can overcome its own barriers to achieve peace and prosperity.
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+South Korea's trilateral partnership with China
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+The 9th China-Japan-Korea Trilateral Summit wrapped up this week, with the leaders of South Korea, Japan and China signing a number of important and tangible outcomes. The Summit's outcomes include a joint Declaration and a Statement on Future Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response, and an Agreement on Trilateral Intellectual Property Cooperation. These documents are noteworthy for their lofty goals, which, in some cases, may be contrary to Tokyo's and Seoul's cooperation with the United States.
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+The goal is to establish a framework for multilateral cooperation that benefits all three countries. It could include projects that will help develop low-carbon solutions, advance new technologies for the aging population and improve the ability of all three countries to respond to global challenges like climate change, epidemics, as well as food security. It will also focus on enhancing people-to-people interactions and creating a trilateral innovation collaboration center.
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+These efforts will also improve stability in the region. It is crucial that South Korea maintains a positive partnership with both China and Japan particularly when confronted by regional issues such as North Korean provocation, escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait, and Sino-American rivalry. A decline in relations with one of these nations could result in instability in another which could negatively impact trilateral cooperation with both.
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+It is important, however, that the Korean government makes a clear distinction between trilateral engagement and bilateral engagement with any of these countries. A clear distinction can help reduce the negative effects that a tension-filled relationship between China and Japan can affect trilateral relations.
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+China's main objective is to win support from Seoul and Tokyo in opposition to the possible protectionist policies that will be implemented by the next U.S. Administration. This is reflected in China's focus on economic cooperation. Moreover, Beijing is likely hoping to stop security cooperation with the United States from undermining the importance of its own trilateral military and economic relations with these East Asian allies. Therefore, this is a tactical move to combat the growing threat of U.S. protectionism and establish a platform for countering it with other powers.