Opinion
Opinion on the latest North Korea issues from analysts, academics and experts worldwide. Views expressed in Opinion articles are exclusively the authors’ own.
How landmine removal on the Korean peninsula could help build much-needed trust
The DMZ and surrounding areas are covered with nearly a million landmines — getting rid of them must be a priority
Reading between the lines: what North Korea’s coronavirus response has revealed
The DPRK's response to COVID-19 shows their health system is highly organized but vulnerable to outbreaks of disease
The real North Korean nuclear threat is its noncompliance with safety standards
A mishap at a nuclear facility could have significant consequences for neighboring South Korea, China, Russia, and Japan
Michael Hay, who managed the longest-running law firm in Pyongyang, dies at 58
Lawyer was known for winning disputes in DPRK, despite its opaque legal system
The U.S. should empower ROK defense, not squeeze the country for more money
The allies should focus dialogue on how to reduce U.S. troop numbers while maintaining structures for American support
How a hit South Korean film could offer some lessons for Pyongyang and Seoul
Bong Joon-ho’s acclaimed movie “Parasite” reminds this author of the state of inter-Korean relations
Without a new strategy, the U.S. risks its leadership on the North Korea issue
As maximum pressure and engagement fails, countries in the region are going their own way in dealings with Pyongyang
Family matters: what to make of the unusual reappearance of Kim Kyong Hui
The re-emergence of the DPRK leader's aunt shows the Kim bloodline still holds privileges — for some
Northern Wind: Thae Yong-ho’s ambitions could transform South Korean politics
Convincing the former diplomat to run for office is a win for the opposition, but also raises more fundamental questions
Why neither the U.S. nor North Korea want a return to diplomacy anytime soon
There is little demand domestically in either the U.S. or the DPRK for another summit between their two leaders
