Chinese experts on North Korea, from contingency planning to economic reforms



Analysis Chinese experts on North Korea, from contingency planning to economic reforms Examining what scholars choose to focus on can offer some insights into evolving bilateral ties Adam Cathcart September 24, 2018 SHARE COPY LINK FACEBOOK X LINKEDIN MASTODON KCNA When it comes to the Chinese-North Korean relationship, two topics seem to have absorbed a large share of attention of late, and quite rightly. The first is Xi Jinping’s relationship with Kim Jong Un: analysts need to unpack what was promised and hinted at at their three successive meetings in China, and, following on from that, the meaning of Xi’s absence at Pyongyang’s big anniversary party and his stance going forward also needs to be deconstructed. When it comes to the Chinese-North Korean relationship, two topics seem to have absorbed a large share of attention of late, and quite rightly. The first is Xi Jinping’s relationship with Kim Jong Un: analysts need to unpack what was promised and hinted at at their three successive meetings in China, and, following on from that, the meaning of Xi’s absence at Pyongyang’s big anniversary party and his stance going forward also needs to be deconstructed. Become a member for less than $5.75 per week. Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts. Subscribe now All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time. © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. No part of this content may be reproduced, distributed, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission from Korea Risk Group. Get the Daily Update Start your day with the North Korea stories that matter most – as selected by And how should we address you in correspondence? One more step! Please check your inbox, for an email we just sent you, and click on the confirmation message in it to get subscribed to our Daily News Update. Trending

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Chinese experts on North Korea, from contingency planning to economic reforms

Examining what scholars choose to focus on can offer some insights into evolving bilateral ties

Adam Cathcart September 24, 2018

Chinese experts on North Korea, from contingency planning to economic reforms

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When it comes to the Chinese-North Korean relationship, two topics seem to have absorbed a large share of attention of late, and quite rightly.

The first is Xi Jinping’s relationship with Kim Jong Un: analysts need to unpack what was promised and hinted at at their three successive meetings in China, and, following on from that, the meaning of Xi’s absence at Pyongyang’s big anniversary party and his stance going forward also needs to be deconstructed.

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