KOREAN JOURNAL OF DEFENSE ANALYSIS
Scope & Guideline
Exploring pivotal insights in political and safety research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Defense and Security Policy Analysis:
The journal publishes articles that analyze both domestic and international defense policies, particularly those related to South Korea, the United States, and regional actors. This includes studies on military alliances, defense reforms, and strategic military doctrines. - Geopolitical Dynamics and Regional Security:
Research focusing on the geopolitical landscape, particularly in Northeast Asia, is a core area. This includes assessments of the influence of major powers such as China, the US, and Russia on security dynamics in the region. - Technological Advancements in Defense:
The journal explores the implications of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and cyber capabilities, on national security and military operations. - Nuclear Strategy and Proliferation:
A significant portion of the journal's research addresses nuclear strategies, deterrence theories, and the implications of nuclear proliferation, particularly in the context of North Korea. - Non-Traditional Security Threats:
The journal also examines non-traditional security issues, such as cybersecurity, information warfare, and transnational threats, highlighting the evolving nature of security challenges. - Defense Innovation and Capability Development:
The focus on defense innovation and capability building is prominent, with discussions on military modernization, defense procurement, and the impact of cultural factors on defense strategies.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Emerging Technologies on Defense:
There is a growing emphasis on how emerging technologies, such as AI and quantum computing, will shape future military capabilities and strategies. This trend indicates a recognition of the transformative impact of technology on defense operations. - Geostrategic Competition and Great Power Rivalry:
Recent publications increasingly focus on the strategic competition between great powers, particularly the US-China rivalry. This theme is critical as it influences regional security dynamics and defense strategies. - Climate Change and Security Governance:
The journal has begun to incorporate discussions about climate change as a security issue, exploring its implications for military planning and international relations, particularly in the Arctic and other vulnerable regions. - Integration of Non-Traditional Security Concerns:
Emerging themes include a focus on non-traditional security threats, such as cyber threats and biosecurity, reflecting a broader understanding of what constitutes a security challenge in the modern era. - Nuclear Deterrence and Strategic Stability:
Research on nuclear deterrence strategies, particularly in the context of North Korea's nuclear ambitions, has gained prominence, highlighting the complexities of maintaining strategic stability in the region.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Analysis of Military Conflicts:
Research focusing on historical military conflicts and their implications for contemporary strategies is becoming less prominent. While historical context remains important, there seems to be a shift toward more contemporary and predictive analyses. - Cold War Dynamics:
Themes related to Cold War strategies and relationships are less frequently explored. As global power dynamics evolve, there is less emphasis on historical Cold War analysis and more on current geopolitical situations. - Bilateral Relations Outside of ROK-US Context:
Studies focusing on bilateral relations outside the ROK-US framework appear to be waning. The journal has increasingly centered its discussions around trilateral or multilateral frameworks involving major power interactions.
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