Analysis
Leading experts analyze recent events and affairs involving North Korea
What to make of conflicting signs about a North Korean border reopening
Uptick in specific rumors suggests DPRK preparing to eventually end COVID controls, but timing remains in question
North Korea hacked an election body. But political interference wasn’t the goal.
Experts say DPRK likely sought intel rather than to undermine ROK polls, though risks of election meddling are growing
Secrecy surrounding North Korea’s upcoming plenum points to big changes afoot
State media did not disclose Politburo meeting to discuss plans for plenum, a sign of major leadership changes in past
‘Oppa Ganbu Style’: Why growth medications are popular among North Korean elites
Experts say height and appearance has become a symbol of status and power in DPRK
Jumping the gun: South Korea’s mixed messaging on Japan and nuke planning talks
A nuclear consulting group between US, ROK and Japan difficult pill to swallow in Seoul despite potential benefits
State media review: North Korea provides a front-row seat to anti-Yoon protests
An in-depth analysis of propaganda on ROK demonstrations, tourism promotion, agricultural drought and more
By linking radars, ROK and Japan reduce blind spots around North Korean missiles
Shortcomings in missile tracking have led to mistakes in past, but success will depend on sustained cooperation with US
Why Kim Jong Un is paying unprecedented tribute to a late military official
North Korea has honored Hyon Chol Hae in ways usually reserved for Kim family, with leader even kneeling at his grave
Poker face: North Korea tries new strategy in crackdown on ‘bluffing’ and lying
Penalties for poor performance and inability to fact check has made false reporting endemic, analysis of new law shows
Overshadowed, but not overlooked: What to expect on North Korea at the G7 summit
Hiroshima set to highlight dangers of nuclear war and potentially host US-South Korea-Japan trilateral meeting
