🌏 In a recent chat, Moon Chung-in, special advisor to South Korea’s former president, called for a fresh regional order in Northeast Asia focused on cooperation over confrontation.
"Getting away from the blind obsession with ideological value while pursuing the maximization of national interest through mutual respect. That is one of the fundamental changes in South Korea’s foreign policy," he explains. 🧭
Moon argues that lasting peace and prosperity hinge on shifting from traditional alliance defense systems—where countries pick sides based on shared ideologies—to multilateral security cooperation. Think of how ASEAN nations pool resources and trust to tackle challenges together. 🔄
Open regionalism is key: beyond defense ties, it means boosting trade, tech partnerships, cultural exchanges, and joint climate action. By focusing on shared interests instead of rigid blocs, Northeast Asia can forge stronger bonds and navigate global shifts more smoothly. 🤝✨
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South Korean scholar suggests new regional order in Northeast Asia
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