The cost of vigilance: Seoul's mobilization paradox in case of war with the DPRK



Analysis The cost of vigilance: Seoul’s mobilization paradox in case of war with the DPRK Experts question capabilities of South Korea’s reserve forces should mass call-ups become a reality Chad O'Carroll February 7, 2024 SHARE COPY LINK FACEBOOK X LINKEDIN MASTODON ROK army trainees from the 28th Division take part in a group march along the GOP on Dec. 27, 2023. \| Image: ROK army In the crowded streets of Seoul, life moves with the vibrant urgency of a city that has mastered the art of thriving amid tensions. In the crowded streets of Seoul, life moves with the vibrant urgency of a city that has mastered the art of thriving amid tensions. Become a member for less than $5.75 per week. Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts. Subscribe now All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time. © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. No part of this content may be reproduced, distributed, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission from Korea Risk Group. Get the Daily Update Start your day with the North Korea stories that matter most – as selected by And how should we address you in correspondence? One more step! Please check your inbox, for an email we just sent you, and click on the confirmation message in it to get subscribed to our Daily News Update. Trending

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The cost of vigilance: Seoul’s mobilization paradox in case of war with the DPRK

Experts question capabilities of South Korea’s reserve forces should mass call-ups become a reality

Chad O'Carroll February 7, 2024

The cost of vigilance: Seoul’s mobilization paradox in case of war with the DPRK

ROK army trainees from the 28th Division take part in a group march along the GOP on Dec. 27, 2023. | Image: ROK army

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