Missiles Over Japan – What are the North Koreans up to?
There are three aspects of North Korea’s August 28th missile launch over Japan that qualify it as “unprecedented” among Pyongyang’s recent tests.
The Difference Between a Preventative Attack and Preemption Against North Korea
While at times used interchangeably, preemptive military action and preventative military action are actually quite different.
The Next Potential Flash Point with North Korea – August Military Exercises
Although tensions with North Korea seem to have eased during the past few days, there is urgency to the question, “What will happen next?”
U.N. Sanctions Against North Korea: A Look Back
Sanctions have played a foundational part in the international community’s efforts to curtail North Korea’s weapons programs over the past decade.
Are the New UN Sanctions Enough to Slow North Korea’s Missile Development Program?
The United Nations Security Council has unanimously passed new sanctions on North Korea in response to Pyongyang’s intercontinental ballistic missile tests on July 4 and 28.
Pyongyang’s Deficit Soars: Won Steady But for How Long?
ICBMs are not the only things soaring in North Korean skies. Comprehensive second quarter data released by China Customs last week shows a huge jump in North Korea’s trade deficit with China.
Target of New North Korea Sanctions Bill: Finances
Last week, the House of Representatives and the Senate overwhelming passed and sent to President Trump’s desk a new sanctions bill for his expected signature.
Drought in North Korea — What Should Be the Response?
Just a few days ago, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) issued a report that North Korea is facing its worst drought in 16 years.
Scratch North Korea from your Vacation Plans
According to news reports, the State Department will soon publish a new regulation to ban Americans from visiting North Korea for tourism.
Secondary Sanctions on North Korea Should Be About More than China
While sanctioning Chinese entities that are evading sanctions to do business with North Korea is a key step, the administration should continue to go after non-Chinese actors engaged in sanctioned activities with North Korea.