The rise of South Korea’s weapons business

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Author: JumpCrisscross

Date: 6/20/2026

Article Summary:
South Korea has become a major arms dealer on the world stage, taking advantage of the US retreat from global security commitments and the Trump administration's treatment of traditional American allies.