TOKYO -- The strained ties between the U.S. and South Korea can be likened to a couple going through a particularly rocky stretch, in which a slight misstep could lead to a seriously damaged relationship. Both are trying to hide their anger and unhappiness in the hope of eventually patching things up.
South Korean President Moon Jae-in and U.S. President Joe Biden will have an opportunity to do just that on May 21 when Moon visits the White House. The summit comes with Washington growing concerned about a force that is threatening its alliance with South Korea, namely China, and with Seoul walking a tightrope between the battling hegemons.
