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This Curtin University hosted event brings together a range of experts to discuss the current geoeconomic trends related to tariffs, and energy supply chains affecting trade in the context of Australia-ROK relations. The focus will be specifically on the impact of the shifting security landscape characterised by the reassessment of international partnerships, and the recent emergence of minilateral platforms amid evolving geopolitical alliances.

Broadly grouped under the themes of ‘Geopolitical dynamics and supply chains’ and ‘Australia-Korea complementary strengths and opportunities for defence collaboration in the region’, the short presentations and follow-up Q&A roundtable discussions are designed to allow participants to engage with the speakers on issues of importance to Western Australia and South Korea.

Speakers include:

Dr Yoon Chung Choi (Sejong Institute, Seoul)

Dr Naoise McDonagh (ECU)

Captain Alastair Cooper (Royal Australian Navy)

Assoc/Prof Jay Song (ANU)

Dr Alica Kizekova (Curtin University)

Assoc/Prof Alexey Muraviev (Curtin University)

This event is run under Chatham House rules and will not be recorded or online.

The event is free but an RSVP is required for catering purposes and tickets are limited.

Further details and speaker bios can be found here: https://www.korearesearchcentre.org/news-events/ue2025-krc-symposium

Contact the host of Agency and Influence: South Korea and Australia Navigating Geopolitical Shifts and Regional Partnerships