Trying to loosen the linchpin: China’s approach to South Korea

Executive Summary China sees South Korea as a critical part of its effort to establish its preeminence in Northeast Asia. South Korea’s status in the U.S. alliance architecture as the “linchpin” and its central role regarding North Korea issues, as well as its geographic proximity and economic dynamism, have underscored the country’s importance to China’s … Continue reading Trying to loosen the linchpin: China’s approach to South Korea