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Troy Stangarone

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Russia Is Helping Supercharge North Korea’s Military Drones

North Korea, already receiving Russian drone technology, could eventually gain access to more advanced capabilities like autonomous AI‑enabled and...

09.09.2026 20

The Diplomat

Troy Stangarone

Where Are Mark Carney’s Middle Powers?

05.05.2026 40

The National Interest

Troy Stangarone

The Economic Consequences of the Iran War Reverberate in South Korea

It’s not just energy: South Korea’s stock market, industrial supply chains, and export markets have all been impacted.

24.03.2026 60

The Diplomat

Troy Stangarone

New US Tariffs, Same Problems for Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan

The U.S. Supreme Court’s tariff ruling only adds uncertainty for the U.S. partners in East Asia.

23.02.2026 50

The Diplomat

Troy Stangarone

Understanding Trump’s Latest Tariff Threat Against South Korea

Looking for a hidden motive misses the point: Trump is extremely direct about expressing his displeasure. 

07.02.2026 50

The Diplomat

Troy Stangarone

US Policy Shift Complicates South Korean Semiconductor Operations in China

The revocation of VEU status for Samsung and SK Hynix threatens the long-term viability of their facilities in China.

04.09.2025 30

The Diplomat

Troy Stangarone

How the Lee-Trump Summit Tackled Economic Issues

Despite a trade deal reached in July, many of the details remained to be ironed out as President Lee Jae-myung arrived in Washington. 

28.08.2025 40

The Diplomat

Troy Stangarone