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Colin Zwirko

Colin Zwirko

Colin Zwirko is a Senior Analytic Correspondent for NK News based in Seoul. He joined the company in 2018 after receiving a master's degree in international security and foreign policy from South Korea's Yonsei University. Follow him on Bluesky / Twitter.

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Kim-Trump summit expected to end the “evil cycle of confrontation”: KCNA

Kim-Trump summit expected to end the “evil cycle of confrontation”: KCNA

Two leaders held “candid and honest dialogue” on Wednesday, state media reports

Kim-Trump summit expected to end the “evil cycle of confrontation”: KCNA
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 27, 2019
North Korean officials tour car factory in Hai Phong ahead of Kim-Trump meeting

North Korean officials tour car factory in Hai Phong ahead of Kim-Trump meeting

Delegation led by Ri Su Yong also shown video of local economic development on ferry ride to factory

North Korean officials tour car factory in Hai Phong ahead of Kim-Trump meeting
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 27, 2019
Kim Jong Un to stay in Vietnam through March 2 for “goodwill visit”: KCNA

Kim Jong Un to stay in Vietnam through March 2 for “goodwill visit”: KCNA

State media also reported on Kim’s first day in Hanoi, including DPRK embassy visit

Kim Jong Un to stay in Vietnam through March 2 for “goodwill visit”: KCNA
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Colin Zwirko February 26, 2019
Trump arrives in Hanoi ahead of second summit with North Korean leader

Trump arrives in Hanoi ahead of second summit with North Korean leader

Second U.S.-DPRK summit set to kick off with dinner meeting Wednesday

Trump arrives in Hanoi ahead of second summit with North Korean leader
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 26, 2019
The second Trump-Kim summit: how did we get here?

The second Trump-Kim summit: how did we get here?

Relations have improved since Singapore, but real progress may hinge on the two leaders

The second Trump-Kim summit: how did we get here?
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 26, 2019
WHO, Irish and German NGOs receive sanctions exemptions for aid to N. Korea: UN

WHO, Irish and German NGOs receive sanctions exemptions for aid to N. Korea: UN

Recipient orgs will tackle safe drinking water issues, food shortages in DPRK

WHO, Irish and German NGOs receive sanctions exemptions for aid to N. Korea: UN
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Colin Zwirko February 25, 2019
Some sanctions negotiable in exchange for “big steps” from N. Korea: Pompeo

Some sanctions negotiable in exchange for “big steps” from N. Korea: Pompeo

Secretary of State reiterates goal of "reducing threat" from DPRK's nukes

Some sanctions negotiable in exchange for “big steps” from N. Korea: Pompeo
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 24, 2019
Biegun holds second day of talks with N.Korean counterpart in Vietnam: media

Biegun holds second day of talks with N.Korean counterpart in Vietnam: media

Meetings come as both sides continue preparations for Wednesday’s summit in Hanoi

Biegun holds second day of talks with N.Korean counterpart in Vietnam: media
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 22, 2019
Dandong station quiet amid rumors of upcoming train journey by Kim Jong Un

Dandong station quiet amid rumors of upcoming train journey by Kim Jong Un

North Korean leader could still pass through Chinese border city later this week, however

Dandong station quiet amid rumors of upcoming train journey by Kim Jong Un
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 21, 2019
Chinese company planning to construct Sinuiju’s “first foreign-owned” SEZ this spring
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Chinese company planning to construct Sinuiju’s “first foreign-owned” SEZ this spring

Five Continents Int’l Development Corp. also involved in Wonsan-Kalma, company materials claim

Chinese company planning to construct Sinuiju’s “first foreign-owned” SEZ this spring
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 21, 2019