South Korea

South Korea is a key player in East Asian geopolitics, particularly due to its proximity to North Korea and strategic alliances with the United States. Currently newsworthy as it hosts U.S. President Donald Trump on his Asia tour aimed at addressing regional economic and security concerns. During this visit, Trump seeks to negotiate trade deals and reinforce military cooperation while also considering a potential meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). This trip underscores South Korea's pivotal role in balancing U.S.-China relations and managing tensions on the Korean Peninsula.