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This paper analyzes the dynamics behind the relations of South Korea with both North Korea and Taiwan. The author describes how the process of democratization can exacerbate social division within a country, as a result of which relations with foreign countries may get ameliorated or aggrevated, depending on the revealed preference of the median voter. The author describes how democratic transition and consolidation in South Korea and Taiwan have undoubtedly furthered the politicization of foreign and security issues by opening up the political space that allows for articulation and ideological debate.