Should the United States Support a Republic of Korea Nuclear Submarine Program?

Authors

Jihoon Yu
Erik French

Number

6

Abstract

The United States must choose whether it will oppose or support South Korea’s emerging SSN program. While the strategic risks the program represents are readily apparent, the United States should support and assist its ally if South Korea pursues acquisition of SSNs.

Recommended Citation

Yu, Jihoon and French, Erik (2020) "Should the United States Support a Republic of Korea Nuclear Submarine Program?," Naval War College Review: Vol. 73: No. 1, Article 6.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol73/iss1/6