A Comparative Study of the Triangular Diplomatic Relations Among China, South Korea, and North Korea Against the Backdrop of Sino-American Competition*

• 발행기관: 아시아사회과학학회
• 저자명: Wenqiang Guo Xiaolong Bai
• 간행물 정보: 『Journal of Asia Social Science』Vol.13 No.2, 56~73쪽, 전체 18쪽
• 주제분류: 사회과학 > 사회과학일반
• 파일형태: PDF
• 발행일자: 2025.06.30

국문 초록

Against the backdrop of escalating strategic competition between China and the United States, the political and security dynamics of Northeast Asia have grown increasingly complex, with the diplomatic interactions among China, South Korea, and North Korea emerging as key to understanding regional developments. Grounded in realism and the theory of triangular relationships, this paper conducts a comparative analysis of the foreign policies of these three nations from a political and security perspective. The study finds that heightened Sino-American competition has compelled North Korea to prioritize regime survival through the pursuit of nuclear capabilities, further reinforcing political and security ties between China and North Korea. While China and South Korea continue to maintain economic collaboration, notable divergences persist in security-related matters, particularly concerning military alliances and defense strategies. Additionally, the three nations adopt distinctive approaches to managing national image and strengthening their international influence in discourse. Based on these findings, the following recommendations are proposed: First, China should further consolidate its strategic partnership with North Korea, offering political and security support to maintain stability on the Korean Peninsula. Second, in addressing security disagreements with South Korea, China should strengthen diplomatic engagement to balance economic cooperation with security considerations, thereby easing tensions. Third, China should take on a proactive role in regional security frameworks, fostering dialogue and cooperation to ensure long-term stability in Northeast Asia’s political and security landscape. Lastly, China should leverage cultural diplomacy and international collaboration to enhance its global image and expand its influence in international discourse.

목차

1. Introduction

2. Theoretical Framework and Literature Review

3. Current Status of China’s Diplomatic Policies towards South Korea and North Korea

4. Comparative Analysis of the Trilateral Diplomatic Policies of China, South Korea, and North Korea from a Political and Security Perspective

5. Conclusion and Implications

References

키워드

Sino-American Strategic Competition Triangular Relations (China, South Korea, North Korea) Foreign Policy Politics and Security

참고문헌

• Pacific Focus
• Journal of Conflict and Integration
• Comparative Connections
• The strategic options of middle powers in the Asia-Pacific
• China Market
• CITIC Press
• Northeast Asia Journal
• Korean Political Science Review
• International Political Studies
• International Issues Studies