The Evolving Relationship Between the United States and Korea

The Korea Economic Institute of America (KEI) and the Korean American Institute (KAI) co-hosted Washington Policy Briefings on May 14, 2026. This day-long program examined the policy issues shaping the U.S.-Korea relationship and the Korean American community.

This first session focused on the political and security dimensions of the U.S.-South Korea alliance, including extended deterrence, North Korea, trilateral coordination with Japan, and the alliance's evolving role under the Trump administration.

Speakers:

Victor Cha, Center for Strategic and International Studies

Troy Stangarone, KEI

Andrew Yeo, Brookings Institution

Moderated by MJ Lee, CNN

Learn more about KEI's work on U.S.-Korea relations at keia.org. Check out KAI and learn how to get involved at ka.institute.

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