I’ve heard that many in South Korea would like reunification someday, but not anytime soon. The countries are so different, and reunion would place such severe burdens on the South, that any reunification should happen slowly and step by step. At least that’s what I’ve heard from some south Koreans. To see Kim start a war , be defeated, and then see immediate reunification/military occupation, is not what South Korea wants to see happen.
Vanity subject? I doubt it. Would you take in your homeless brother if he refuses to bathe and stop drinking? The Sorks enjoy the status quo as long as the US is around. I’d move all our military resources to Pusan. No one here brings up the possibility of implosion.
......”At least that’s what I’ve heard from some south Koreans. To see Kim start a war , be defeated, and then see immediate reunification/military occupation, is not what South Korea wants to see happen.”.......
I’ve heard this often as well......and it won’t be what N.Koreans want ‘at first’....people forget any who go there will be seen as an enemy as these are a brainwashed people to believe that is so.... Especially Americans....it won’t be a pretty scene even trying to help and will require those who know the language and culture....likely many of the defectors will be helpful.
I also believe there are more “Officials” who would defect if given the chance...so that they can retain a post in any New N.Korean Government. Doubtful any would want them back if left up to the people.