19 The Strategic Culture of South Korea
South Korea: Introduction and Background
South Korea, also known as the Republic of Korea (ROK), is a collectivist nation that values hierarchy and structure, upholds social values and religious ideals, and prioritizes a sense of duty and commitment to family. Additionally, South Korea maintains a long-term orientation related to societal goals, economic advancement, and national security.2 The nation prides itself on strategic thought (forward thinking) and Confucian ideology (respect for self, upholding justice, and acting in a beneficent manner), which filters through every aspect of society. This chapter will walk through the more salient aspects ...
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