Geoeconomics is reshaping Geopolitics
The recent election of Lee Jae-myung as South Korean President combined with the changing attitude in Japan toward the Outlaw US Empire has produced a new dimension into East Asian affairs that got a shove with Trump’s Trade War even before Lee was elected. The Japanese are tired of being a vassal and the Koreans need economic revitalization as the Samsung issue demonstrates. I didn’t cover the South Korean political turmoil very closely here at the Gym, which was likely instigated by Imperial forces before Trump arrived. One point was made clear—South Koreans will not tolerate another dictatorship. And to help describe the new RoK president is the following short Global Times report, “South Korean President pledges early improvement of relations with China; China ties crucial for Seoul amid trade uncertainties: expert:”
