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Korea exposed to Trump risk amid leadership crisis


Published on 2024-12-15 03:00:58 - MSN
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  • Korea's ongoing leadership crisis, triggered by President Yoon Suk Yeol's attempt to impose martial law, is feared to leave the country vulnerable to potential new tariffs from the incoming Donald Trump administration during upcoming trade and economic negotiations,

The article from MSN discusses the potential risks South Korea faces due to its current leadership crisis, particularly in the context of former U.S. President Donald Trump's possible return to office. South Korea is experiencing a political vacuum with the resignation of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and the upcoming presidential election, which could lead to instability. This situation is exacerbated by the possibility of Trump's re-election, who has previously shown unpredictable behavior towards allies like South Korea, including threats to withdraw U.S. troops and demands for increased payments for defense. The article highlights concerns about Trump's transactional approach to international relations, which could strain the U.S.-South Korea alliance at a time when North Korea's nuclear threats persist. The leadership transition in South Korea, combined with Trump's potential return, could lead to a volatile period in regional security dynamics.

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