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It is challenging to achieve regional cooperation in Northeast Asia due to different identities between the nations within the region, differences in perceptions and approaches to the North Korean nuclear issue, and historical and territorial issues. There is also a fundamental limitation of low public recognition and policy priorities. However, peace and stability in Northeast Asia are directly linked to the survival of South Korea and other regional nations. Therefore, it is essential to build crisis management mechanisms for various issues and seek ways to coexist by expanding the base for cooperation. Nevertheless, regional cooperation should continue from a long-term perspective and be considered in terms of the direction and vision of Korean diplomacy. To this end, it is necessary to raise the priority of the underestimated regional cooperation policy in Northeast Asia, establish a direction and implementation strategy that is not swayed by the transition of regimes, and emphasize South Korea's independent role.