Humanitarian Engagement with North Korea Could Be Important to the Success of a Trump-Kim Summit
Humanitarian engagement with North Korea offers real possibilities that could be helpful in the process of demonstrating U.S. sincerity.
More South Koreans Trust North Korea’s Intent to Denuclearize after Summit
The significant shift in poll numbers highlight how impactful the summit was for South Koreans and their hopes for a peaceful resolution on the Korean peninsula.
The April 27 “Panmunjom Declaration” in Context
The April 27 summit was full of symbolism, imagery, and rhetoric. That should not be brushed aside to look for “real” progress. Symbolism is important in itself.
The Summit Will Be Televised: Both Koreas are Seeking the Summit Spotlight
The world’s attention will be on the Korean peninsula this week as President Moon Jae-in and Kim Jong-un meet televised at the DMZ.
North Korea Test Moratorium Not as Significant as It Seems
In what is being hailed as a significant step by the United States and South Korea, North Korea has announced that it has suspended missile tests and will shut down its nuclear test site. While seemingly an important step towards denuclearization, the move by North Korea only affirms prior statements by the regime.
Hosting the Proposed Trump-Kim Summit would be “Huge” for Mongolia
Although not without risks, the chance to host the US-North Korea summit is an exceptional chance for a country like Mongolia to raise its global profile.
Expectations for the Third Inter-Korean Summit and the Flaws of Previous Inter-Korean Agreements
After a successful Winter Olympics, inter-Korean relations are heading in the right direction with the North-South Summit on April 27.
A Role for Human Rights at the Inter-Korean Summit?
While denuclearization will be the focus, the most sensitive and difficult potential agenda item for the inter-Korean summit is human rights.
North Korea Must Address Nuclear Safety and Security as it Discusses Curbing its Nuclear Weapons Program
Ahead of negotiations, the North Korean government can boost their credibility by proactively addressing nuclear safety and security.
Why North Korean Silence on the Trump-Kim Summit?
North Korea has remained silent on the invitation and the decision to have a summit meeting. This has led to speculation about North Korea’s true intent.