Factors of Power Influencing Regional Balance in East Asia: The Koreas as a Model

international and political journal

Authors

  • Hussein Imran Rahman
  • Ali Hussein Alesami

Keywords:

Power Dynamics, Material Components, Non-Material Components, South Korea, North Korea

Abstract

Power factors play a crucial role in determining the international standing of North and South Korea. Despite sharing a common historical and geographic background, their political, economic, and social trajectories are radically different. North Korea is known for its isolated authoritarian regime under the leadership of the Kim family and relies heavily on military force and its nuclear and missile programs to deter enemies and ensure the regime’s survival, which has led to the imposition of international sanctions that hinder its economic improvement and push it toward self-sufficiency. South Korea, on the other hand, adopts a model based on economic and technological openness, and is one of the largest economies in the world thanks to its advanced industries in technology, electronics, and automobiles. Its economic strength gives it significant influence in the international system through trade, investment, and foreign aid. South Korea also relies on its international alliances, especially with the United States, to enhance its military and defense power, which provides it with protection against external threats, especially from North Korea

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Published

2024-10-22

How to Cite

Rahman, H. I. ., & Alesami, A. H. . (2024). Factors of Power Influencing Regional Balance in East Asia: The Koreas as a Model: international and political journal . The International and Political Journal, (60), 261–282. Retrieved from https://ipj.uomustansiriyah.edu.iq/index.php/political/article/view/356