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Abstract
In this study, the motivation behind South Korea's active participation in UN peacekeeping operations is examined. Specifically, whether its participation is driven by economic, political or normative considerations is explored. The argument made here is that a normative consideration is the main factor behind Korea's participation in UN peacekeeping operations. The example of Korea illustrates that not only economic and political considerations but also normative concerns are among the national interests that drive countries to engage in issues of human rights violations in the international community.
Notes
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Additional information
Sangtu Ko is a Professor at Graduate School of Area Studies, Yonsei University. He has served as chair of Research Committee, International Political Science Association for five years. His current research focuses on UN peacekeeping operations, middle power foreign policy and NATO security policy. His work has been published in Asia Europe Journal, Korean Journal of Defense Analysis and Pacific Focus.