As the United States approaches the 2020 presidential race slated for November, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the fate of U.S. foreign policy in East Asia lies in a battle between former Vice President Joe Biden and the reigning President Donald Trump.

North Korea policy under the Joe Biden administration would likely be reactive in nature, tempered in ambition and limited in scope. Biden officials would seek to limit political risks, draw clear contrasts with current U.S. President Donald Trump and prioritize other pressing foreign and domestic issues.  

A Biden administration’s North