The Korean Peninsula in 2013 in Review
As we look back at the events that helped to shape 2013, we are also looking back the predictions The Peninsula made in our annual “10 Things to Watch for on the Korean Peninsula in 2013” blog.
Jang Song Taek’s Public Purge from North Korean Leadership
Whether Kim Jong-un is in charge or is in trouble after the purge of Jang Song Taek, both possibilities present problems for the U.S. and its allies, demonstrating once again why North Korea is seen as the land of no good options.
Jang Song Taek Removed from Leadership Posts in North Korea?!?!
The impact of the reported removal of Jang Song Taek could be vital for the future of North Korea. Does the removal of a key leader with power, experience, economic knowledge, and family connections suggest that there is trouble within the North Korean leadership? Or does it indicate that Kim Jong-un feels secure enough to get rid of his powerful uncle and can rule the way he really desires?
Could Mongolia Serve as a Mediator with North Korea?
At first glance, Mongolia may seem an unlikely mediator for dealing with North Korea, but as a trusted party by all of the countries involved it could play an important role.
Iran & North Korea: Mirror Images or Unique Challenges
Is Tehran that similar to Pyongyang? Our post responds to PM Netanyahu’s claim that a nuclear armed Iran means “another 50 North Koreas”
“Bitter Missiles and Economic Needs”: Cuba, North Korea and the Weaponry Seizure in the Panama Canal
To paraphrase the Rolling Stones, the song is not surprising and has been played more than once: the DPRK is a well-known exporter of weapons….
New Satellite Photos of North Korea – Likely Still Working on Missiles
By Nicholas Hamisevicz New satellite photos of a North Korean missile site have just been released. The analyses of the photos from the initial reports…
Are China and the United States Converging in Their Treatment of North Korea?
Obama and Xi agreed to continue to pressure North Korea on its nuclear ambitions at their recent summit, but how far is China willing to go?
No One in Japan Likes North Korea
By Troy Stangarone Last week we looked at the results of a recent BBC survey of international perceptions of South Korea’s influence. The same survey…
Is North Korea Finally Ready To Talk?
After December’s satellite launch, February’s nuclear test, and months of talk of war, is North Korea finally beginning to turn the corner in the first full scale crisis under Kim Jong-un?