South Korea faces a political crisis after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared Martial Law this Tuesday (3), a measure that was later revoked by opposition parliamentarians. ESPM International Relations professor, Alexandre Uehara, analyzed the situation in an interview with CNN Behind the Scenes this Tuesday (3).
According to Uehara, the election of President Donald Trump in the United States may have strengthened Yeol’s initiative in the country.
“I believe that the election of President Trump may have, in some way, not motivated, but strengthened this action now in Tokyo,” said the expert.
Conservatism and tensions with North Korea
The professor highlighted that both Trump and Yoon Suk Yeol are considered conservative and maintain firm positions regarding North Korea.
“The current president of South Korea is also a conservative, he also has a very strong position in relation to North Korea, as well as President Trump’s statements,” explained Uehara.
Despite the historic rapprochement between Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, with the American president even visiting the demilitarized zone between the two Koreas, the statements made after this meeting were considered harsh, maintaining the antagonism between the countries.
Impacts on the region and future expectations
The political turmoil in South Korea, an important ally of the United States and an example of democracy in the region, could have significant repercussions. Uehara highlighted the importance of observing the developments in American politics and their impact on world politics, especially considering the transition of power in the USA.
“Perhaps, then, with this election of President Trump and the expectation that he will take office in January, this has also strengthened this idea that a stronger position against North Korea could be supported by the United States”, pointed out the expert. , remembering that President Biden currently remains in office.
This content was originally published in Trump’s election may have influenced Martial Law in South Korea, professor tells CNN on the CNN Brasil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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