As geopolitical tensions increasingly spill into new domains, Korea’s leading diplomatic think tank is turning its attention to the frontiers that will define the future of global conflict: artificial intelligence (AI), outer space and the high seas. The Institute of Foreign Affairs and National Security (IFANS), an arm of the Korea National Diplomatic Academy, said Wednesday that it will host a public forum, "IFANS Talks," on Tuesday. The open-door event aims to untangle how rapidly evolving technologies and shifting environments are reshaping modern warfare and international strategy. The policy pivot aligns with Seoul’s broader national agenda to expand its geopolitical footprint, positioning Korea as a pivotal global player — specifically aiming to achieve "G7+ diplomacy" through active international contribution. The symposium will bring together a trio of military and security strategists to address the multifaceted challenges confronting the peninsula and its allies. Sohn Han-byeol, a professor of strategy at Korea National Defense University, will open the discussion with
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