Five Questions About A Donald Trump-Kim Jong-un Conversation
Trump’s comments raise a series of questions in regards to the conditions under which he would be willing to speak with Kim Jong-un.
Don’t Wish North Korea on China
When discussing what to do about North Korea, it is often suggested that China should do more to pressure North Korea to suspend its nuclear weapons program, stop military provocations, create a more constructive relationship with South Korea, and improve the lives of North Koreans.
Six Implications from the Mid-Term Elections for U.S Policy Towards East Asia
With Republicans winning a majority in the Senate for the first time in eight years, President Obama will face a Republican Congress for his final two years in office.
Is the Surprise Move by North Korea an Opportunity to Improve Inter-Korean Relations?
In a surprising move, North and South Korea held a high level meeting shortly before the closing of the Asian Games.
The Land of Bad Policy Options Just Got Worse, But Denuclearization Remains a Critical Goal
While the unique character and context of the North Korean leadership’s relationship to nuclear weapons suggests that potential for denuclearization is extremely unlikely, the risks associated with what is now an increasing threat suggests denuclearization efforts must remain a critical if lofty international goal.
Why Perceptions Matter in Addressing the North Korean Nuclear Crisis
By trying to play both sides of the issue, China potentially adds to the problem of misperception in the North Korean nuclear crisis.
Understanding North Korea’s Missile Motivations
With North Korea having conducted two long range rocket launches in a year, many analysts have been speculating as to why Pyongyang was so keen…
Why North Korea’s Failed Missile Launch is Bad News for Beijing
Why North Korea’s failed missile launch could make life harder for China and lead to a 3rd nuclear test by North Korea.
What Putin’s Return Means for Russia and the Korean Peninsula
During his campaign for the Russian presidency, Vladimir Putin wrote several lengthy articles detailing his views and policy recommendations. In his foreign policy treatise, Putin…
Resuming Six Party Talks – The Impact of Food Aid
Three reasons why food aid might help rather than hinder nuclear talks with North Korea.