Forget the F-16 or Dassault Rafale: The KF-21 Boromae Might Be the Fighter of the Future

Summary and Key Points: Christian D. Orr, a senior defense editor and former Air Force Security Forces officer, evaluates the KAI KF-21 Boramae’s transition into operational service in 2026. -Manufactured by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), the “Fighting Hawk” utilizes GE Aerospace F414-GE-400K engines and features a low-observable design to bridge the gap between 4.5 and … Read more

Population genetic structure analysis of Anopheles kleini in the Republic of Korea based on the mitochondrial COI gene | Malaria Journal

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Japan, ROK should embrace multilateralism – Opinion

Editor”s note: Efforts to advance Asia-Pacific cooperation face challenges like rising geopolitical tensions, unilateralism and protectionism. In such circumstances, countries in the region should uphold multilateralism, free trade, and enhance cooperation through platforms such as Boao Forum for Asia for the betterment of the region. Three experts share their views on the issue with China … Read more

RoK pins high hope on FTA with Philippines

The Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Minister of of Trade, Industry and Energy Cheong In-kyo on December 26 said that the RoK-Philippines free trade agreement (FTA), set to take effect next week, will help the country further bolster its trade portfolio and contribute to maintaining a stable supply chain. Trade Minister Cheong In-kyo, right, speaks during … Read more