The Enduring Consequences of South Korea’s National Security Law
At the end of July, the Yoon government announced its intention to relax South Korea’s prohibition on North Korea media.
Six Months into Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine— What is the Impact for North Korea?
Loyal friends, such as Kim Jong-un, will be rewarded by the Russians, particularly as the number of such friends of Russia have declined.
The Failed UN Security Council Resolution on North Korea
With Russia and China openly joined in protecting North Korea politically in the UN Security Council, the future is pretty clear.
United Nations Appoints Peruvian Scholar Elizabeth Salmón Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in North Korea
UN Human Rights Council appoints Peruvian scholar as Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the People’s Democratic Republic of Korea.
Few Options to Help with North Korea’s COVID Outbreak
Despite these regular reports in North Korean state media about its COVID outbreak, Pyongyang has shown little interest in international aid.
Pyongyang Acknowledges COVID Deaths and Orders Mobilization to Slow Spread
The mass mobilization of medical personnel suggests Pyongyang is deeply concerned about the outbreak but it may not be able to easily access outside help.
UN Search Underway for Next Special Rapporteur on DPRK Human Rights
The United Nations has begun the process of selecting a new Special Rapporteur to focus on the situation of human rights in North Korea.
Mapping Kim Jong-un’s Appearances, 2012-2021
There is a long tradition of considering North Korean leaders’ public appearances as a potential source of information on the regime’s priorities.
North Korea and Global Food Prices: A Coming Shock?
Will the food price shock unleashed by the war in Ukraine find its way into the North Korean economy?
The Continuing Threat of North Korea’s Chemical Weapons
Pyongyang using chemical weapons during a war is something that experts say is a very real possibility.