The Shrinking Shield: South Korea’s Demographic Dilemma and its Military Future

South Korea's Shrinking Military: Demographic Crisis and Security Implications

The Republic of Korea, a nation perched on the edge of a divided peninsula, has long maintained a formidable military. For decades, its defense strategy has rested on a bedrock of robust manpower, a necessity forged in the crucible of the Korean War and the ever-present threat from the North. Yet, a silent, inexorable force … Read more