Opinion
Opinion on the latest North Korea issues from analysts, academics and experts worldwide. Views expressed in Opinion articles are exclusively the authors’ own.
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
Free of the impeachment saga, can Trump kick-start diplomacy with North Korea?
The President may wish to resume talks with Kim, but the U.S. must be more realistic about what it can actually achieve
What to expect next at Mount Kumgang after the coronavirus delay
The Wuhan virus outbreak has only postponed demolition - it remains to be seen what Seoul can salvage from the dispute
In Washington DC, top policymakers have lost interest in North Korea
Trump and his allies appear increasingly willing to let the status quo prevail — at least for now
Why South Korean tourists might not want to follow Moon up Mount Kumgang
Economic and safety concerns could deter visitors, even if the President manages to strike a deal with the North
How more great power diplomacy could solve the North Korean nuclear problem
A U.S.-China pact to protect their respective client states would put both North and South Korea under nuclear umbrellas
‘Fire and fury’ in the Middle East: how the Iran crisis could impact North Korea
The drone strike that killed Iranian general Qassem Soleimani on January 3 has likely shaken up Pyongyang's leadership
Why birthday card diplomacy can’t revive failing U.S.-North Korea talks
Good relations between Kim and Trump can't conceal how broken the diplomatic process has become
