November 05, 2025
Seoul, Washington Formalize Nuclear Sub Talks; North Korea Contact Eyed via Condolence Diplomacy
South Korea and the United States are deepening their military cooperation, with nuclear-powered submarines on the table and wartime operational control once again under discussion. As regional tensions simmer, President Donald Trump’s renewed backing signals a possible strategic shift, while Seoul weighs its next moves — both above and below the surface. Meanwhile, diplomatic signals flicker around North Korea, with a potential turning point in U.S.–North Korea talks as early as March next year. Go Myong-hyun, CNAS adjunct senior fellow, joined Arirang News to help break it down.
Watch the full interview on Arirang News.
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