One Korea Visions of Korean unification

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Synopsis

On the Korean peninsula, there exist two sovereign states—the Republic of Korea (ROK or South Korea) and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK or North Korea)—both of whom hold separate membership at the United Nations. This book discusses the construction of "one Korea" and highlights the potential benefits of unification for the Koreans and the international community. Arguing that Korean unification is intrinsically international in nature, the authors outline how the process and outcome would impact upon the policies of the four major powers—the U.S., China, Russia, and Japan. In addition, the authors highlight the possible far-reaching repercussions of unification on the political and economic dynamics of Northeast Asia. Making a case for the two Koreas and interested powers to plan and orchestrate their acts for sustained peace and gradual unification on the Korean peninsula, this book examines the Korean question and the related issue of peace building in Northeast Asia from a global perspective. It will be of interest to students and scholars researching politics and international relations.

Book details

Series:
Rethinking Asia and International Relations
Author:
Tae-Hwan Kwak and Seung-Ho Joo
ISBN:
9781317085652
Related ISBNs:
9781315598895, 9781138361355, 9781472476142
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Pages:
222
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2023-12-08
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2017
Copyright by:
selection and editorial matter, Tae-Hwan Kwak and Seung-Ho Joo 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Nonfiction, Politics and Government