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Chad O’Carroll

Chad O’Carroll

Chad O'Carroll is the founder of NK News/NK Pro and related holding company Korea Risk Group. In addition to being the group's CEO, O'Carroll is a frequent writer and commentator about the Koreas, having written about the two nations since 2010. He has visited the DPRK multiple times, worked and lived in Washington, D.C. with a focus on peninsula issues, and lived in the ROK since 2016.

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Brit sought for North Korea sanctions breach says US law doesn’t apply to him

Brit sought for North Korea sanctions breach says US law doesn’t apply to him

Christopher Emms says he’s only willing to face charges in UK for his role in 2019 crypto conference in Pyongyang

Brit sought for North Korea sanctions breach says US law doesn’t apply to him
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll July 15, 2022
After Kyiv severs ties, North Korea’s Ukrainian jets face uncertain future

After Kyiv severs ties, North Korea’s Ukrainian jets face uncertain future

Pyongyang could run into problems with maintenance for two Antonov planes it purchased in 2013, experts say

After Kyiv severs ties, North Korea’s Ukrainian jets face uncertain future
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll July 14, 2022
New photos show North Korean fisherman resisted during 2019 repatriation

New photos show North Korean fisherman resisted during 2019 repatriation

Expert says images ‘absolutely shocking’ and raise constitutional concerns about decision to send two men back to DPRK

New photos show North Korean fisherman resisted during 2019 repatriation
North Korea’s Yonan town, border fence repairs and propaganda signs — in photos
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North Korea’s Yonan town, border fence repairs and propaganda signs — in photos

Vignettes of daily life in the DPRK from Kyodong and Ganghwa islands along the inter-Korean border

North Korea’s Yonan town, border fence repairs and propaganda signs — in photos
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll July 12, 2022
North Korean nuclear and missile testing: A move away from US national holidays?
NK PRO

North Korean nuclear and missile testing: A move away from US national holidays?

In wake of 5-year military development plan, Pyongyang may be less motivated to score political points with Washington

North Korean nuclear and missile testing: A move away from US national holidays?
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll July 7, 2022
Why more North Koreans don’t defect across the inter-Korean border

Why more North Koreans don’t defect across the inter-Korean border

Obstacles range from political risks to lack of awareness, but experts say Seoul can do more to help would-be escapees

Why more North Koreans don’t defect across the inter-Korean border
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll July 5, 2022
Why US sanctions on North Korea’s main airport would do more harm than good
NK PRO

Why US sanctions on North Korea’s main airport would do more harm than good

Repeated missile launches from Pyongyang airfield this year suggest Washington could target it for future designations

Why US sanctions on North Korea’s main airport would do more harm than good
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll June 29, 2022
Why North Korea’s killing of ROK official has again erupted into scandal

Why North Korea’s killing of ROK official has again erupted into scandal

Desire for justice or political revenge driving renewed debate over Moon Jae-in’s response to 2020 incident, experts say

Why North Korea’s killing of ROK official has again erupted into scandal
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll June 29, 2022
North Korea appears to partially lift COVID-19 lockdowns in regional cities

North Korea appears to partially lift COVID-19 lockdowns in regional cities

News broadcasts show people walking and vehicles driving, even as state media continues to push restrictions

North Korea appears to partially lift COVID-19 lockdowns in regional cities
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll June 27, 2022
Travelers blame South Korea for missed flights over new document requirements
KOREA PRO

Travelers blame South Korea for missed flights over new document requirements

A dozen visitors tell Korea Pro their travel plans were disrupted because they were not informed about new K-ETA system

Travelers blame South Korea for missed flights over new document requirements
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll June 27, 2022
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