American Voter Perspectives on the U.S. Election and Its Implications for East Asia and the U.S.-ROK Alliance
By J. James Kim [Interim Director, Korea Economic Institute of America]
▶ US Public Opinion on US-ROK Alliance: The KEI/YouGov poll shows bipartisan support for the US-ROK alliance, with a majority agreeing that US-South Korea cooperation benefits national security and trade, although Harris supporters emphasize trade more than Trump supporters.
▶ Differences in Foreign Policy Priorities: Trump supporters prioritize countering China, while Harris supporters focus more on trade and economic cooperation in East Asia. Both groups agree on the importance of defending allies, but differ on global issues like climate change and human rights.
▶ Shared Views on North Korea: Both Harris and Trump supporters agree that North Korea's nuclear disarmament is crucial. However, Trump supporters show less support for providing humanitarian aid to North Korea compared to Harris supporters.
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