South Korean and Japanese Alliance?

The animosity cuts deep between South Korea and Japan, so we’re not off to a great start. South Korea’s defense efforts are almost solely focused on deterring North Korea. On the other hand, Japan has built up a capable blue-water navy. However, both powers are heavily dependent upon imported raw materials and exported goods.

That means Japan will likely be able to adapt, but the South Koreans are going to be digging themselves out of a much deeper hole as globalization collapses. So, an alliance between these two is unlikely…but the Japanese may have to reevaluate their options if the current US administration continues to undermine the relationship.

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