Geopolitical Implications and Beyond: The Ripple Effects of Political Turmoil in South Korea
The ongoing political crisis in South Korea is reverberating across the Indo-Pacific, raising questions about the future of critical regional partnerships, security strategies, and the broader balance of power in Asia. President Yoon Suk Yeol’s precarious position, marked by impeachment attempts and political opposition, threatens to undermine South Korea’s role as a pivotal player in the region’s geopolitical landscape.
A Fragile Multilateral Framework
South Korea has emerged as a cornerstone of Indo-Pacific security through strategic trilateral cooperation with the United States and Japan. Under President Yoon’s leadership, these partnerships have strengthened significantly, epitomized by the Trilateral Security Cooperation Framework (TSCF) and the Spirit of Camp David agreemen...