In this article, I take a look at the major flashpoints defining US-ROK relations today, what they mean for the partnership, and opportunities for the future. Thank you to the wonderful folks at @9DashLine for asking me to write this piece!
"Concern about a deterrent gap can either be bridged with a continued promise of the US nuclear umbrella, or a slow, measured withdrawal while South Korea pursues its own capabilities" buff.ly/j7HKmeG | by Hunter Slingbaum
'As the economic centre of gravity shifts from the North Atlantic to the Pacific, Turkey's increasing emphasis on its Asian identity is a strategic move to benefit from the economic rise of East Asian countries and organisations" buff.ly/0vPDjxf | by @seljuk3
"Seoul and Tokyo should begin preparing for a future in which they navigate regional challenges without a close ally who shares the same values" buff.ly/HY9tKUt | by Emma Whitmyer | @asiapolicy
Which old alliances will last, and which strategic partnerships have yet to be forged?
A few days after the US presidential election, the Berlin Forum 2024 addressed the most pressing questions of German foreign policy today.
👉Catch the key moments and stay tuned for the next edition. #BerlinForum
"For at least the next four years, downward pressure on the US-China relationship will prevent a breakthrough in cross-Taiwan Strait relations" buff.ly/3BtDxqK | by @rorrydaniels
"Risks remain for Europe not just internally, but also externally, as China's support for Russia in its war against Ukraine and US pressure for a unified transatlantic approach limit the EU's room for manoeuvre" buff.ly/40ZjomV | by @UCerenkova
„Ambassador told me „🇪🇺needs 10yr plan“. I pointed out had 🇪🇺started 10yr plan in 2016 they would be almost done. How many expect Draghi report to be implemented?“
Must-watch @A_Sloat tearing into 🇪🇺overpromising & underdelivering at @KoerberIP Berlin Foreign Policy Forum.
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This month @hmarston4 joins @zsuzsettte and @RichHeydarian to explore how a second Trump presidency could reshape relations across Europe and the Indo-Pacific.
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This year’s #BerlinForum has come to an end! We would like to thank our remarkable speakers and all participants for your insightful contributions and enriching discussions. We can’t wait to welcome you back in 2025!
Hard to disagree with @A_Sloat :
Europe is not much better prepared for a Trump administration than the last time.
If Europe would have come up with a 10 year plan in 2016 to take more responsibility for the continent's security they would be almost done.
#BerlinForum
At #BerlinForum, European officials support rearming in the face of the Russian threat. They note this could be a point of cooperation with the new US team. A panel is not policy but reflects welcome direction of thinking. @ACEurope @WTBartoszewski
Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (@ICRC), during the Körber Global Leaders Dialogue at the #BerlinForum:
📢 It’s just around the corner! The #BerlinForum starts tomorrow! Join the livestream 👉 t1p.de/neb5h and be sure to share your thoughts using #BerlinForum!
"Trump is a wild card on China. He has promised to enact high tariffs and deport millions of unauthorised migrants. But in the case of Chinese migrants, antagonising the PRC in one area will not yield cooperation in the other" buff.ly/3UGFPcA | by @MeredithOyen
"The persistent influence of the military and entrenched oligarchies continues to subvert the will of the electorate, creating a hybrid political system where democratic processes are overshadowed by authoritarian interventions" buff.ly/47QsnZ6 | by Aniello Iannone
From Bad to Worse: What if Russia Wins?
The Körber Policy Game 2024 report is now live!
How will 🇩🇪🇫🇷🇵🇱🇬🇧 maintain European security in a worst-case scenario?
In cooperation with @ECFRBerlin.
Full report: t1p.de/k00uu