The two Koreas' struggle for UN membership, 1948-1991 -- The impact of UN membership on inter-Korean relations -- Participation in UN peacekeeping operations, appointments of Koreans and budget contributions -- General conclusions
"In 1991 South Korea, along with North Korea, was made an official member of the UN. Using international relations theory, this book begins by looking at the struggle and eventual impact of the membership on the two countries post division in 1948. It investigates the predicted …
"South Korea in the United Nations is unique in its analysis of South Korea's relations with the UN prior to and, above all, after 1991, thereby enhancing understanding of the significance of its UN membership as well as the importance of being a UN member. Suitable for scholars…