The second Trump administration’s coercive diplomacy, which combines diplomatic negotiations with military threats, economic sanctions, and political pressure, has significantly impacted global affairs. This approach will also influence U.S.-ROK relations and North Korean policy, thus affecting inter-Korean dynamics. North Korea is closely observing these changes, assessing how they affect its strategy toward South Korea.

Inter-Korean Relations: From Stalemate to Deadlock Pyongyang’s Strategic Calculations U.S.-DPRK Relations and Their Implications for Inter-Korean Dynamics Policy Recommendations for South Korea