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Andrei Lankov

Andrei Lankov

Andrei Lankov is a Director at NK News and writes exclusively for the site as one of the world's leading authorities on North Korea. A graduate of Leningrad State University, he attended Pyongyang's Kim Il Sung University from 1984-5 - an experience you can read about here. In addition to his writing, he is also a Professor at Kookmin University.

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After the Pyongyang debacle, it’s not clear where U.S. policy goes from here

After the Pyongyang debacle, it’s not clear where U.S. policy goes from here

With "maximum pressure" dead and buried, Washington is heading towards failure

After the Pyongyang debacle, it’s not clear where U.S. policy goes from here
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov July 8, 2018
Thae Yong-ho’s memoir: some key insights from the diplomat defector

Thae Yong-ho’s memoir: some key insights from the diplomat defector

The former deputy ambassador to the UK's book is a treasure trove for any DPRK watcher

Thae Yong-ho’s memoir: some key insights from the diplomat defector
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov July 4, 2018
Thae Yong-ho’s memoir: some key points

Thae Yong-ho’s memoir: some key points

The former DPRK diplomat's book offers a rare look into the lives of regime loyalists

Thae Yong-ho’s memoir: some key points
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov July 2, 2018
Ri Sol Ju as a North Korean celebrity? Be careful what you wish for

Ri Sol Ju as a North Korean celebrity? Be careful what you wish for

History suggests regular DPRK citizens likely resent their increasingly prominent first lady

Ri Sol Ju as a North Korean celebrity? Be careful what you wish for
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov June 18, 2018
Was that it? The remarkably nebulous Singapore agreement

Was that it? The remarkably nebulous Singapore agreement

Trump had a once-in-a-lifetime chance to extract concessions from Pyongyang - and he blew it

Was that it? The remarkably nebulous Singapore agreement
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov June 12, 2018
Why unconditional economic aid won’t change – or help – North Korea

Why unconditional economic aid won’t change – or help – North Korea

Any future cash for Pyongyang must come with serious strings attached

Why unconditional economic aid won’t change – or help – North Korea
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov June 6, 2018
Why Trump’s withdrawal from the June 12 summit could be a very dangerous move

Why Trump’s withdrawal from the June 12 summit could be a very dangerous move

While the President may be bluffing, the news is a massive setback for hopes of a Korean détente

Why Trump’s withdrawal from the June 12 summit could be a very dangerous move
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov May 25, 2018
What will become of Kim Yo Jong?

What will become of Kim Yo Jong?

History tells us powerful siblings do not tend to fare well in North Korea

What will become of Kim Yo Jong?
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov May 23, 2018
Don’t believe the hype: we must be realistic about the inter-Korean summit

Don’t believe the hype: we must be realistic about the inter-Korean summit

Friday's meeting was merely an opening act for the Kim-Trump talks

Don’t believe the hype: we must be realistic about the inter-Korean summit
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov April 30, 2018
How to get hired as a North Korean laborer abroad

How to get hired as a North Korean laborer abroad

Interviews with defectors reveal a grueling - and expensive - recruitment process

How to get hired as a North Korean laborer abroad
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov April 23, 2018
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