Essential Geopolitics: The Korean Peninsula Standoff

In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from Stratfor, a RANE company, Emily Donahue speaks to Asia Pacific Analyst, Evan Rees. It has been a busy few weeks on the Korean Peninsula. After weeks North Korea’s Supreme Leader Kim Jong-Un keeping a low profile, there's been several tactical and strategic maneuverings from that regime toward South Korea, and by extension, the US. Evan Rees discusses what is going on, what has provoked North Korean anger at South Korea and why is this happening now. Subscribers to Stratfor's premiere geopolitical publication, Stratfor Worldview, can read Rees' evaluations and strategic forecasting.  Podcast listeners can subscribe for a discount at stratfor.com/podcastoffer.