Alessandro Ford is an NK News contributor based in the UK. He was the first British student to study at Kim Il Sung University in Pyongyang and has been interviewed by the Guardian, BBC, Asahi Shimbun, and DW, among others. He still visits North Korea regularly.
Increased quantity and quality herald social change, but large-scale export remains unlikely
Once a pioneer of engagement with Pyongyang, Rome's interest has waned in recent years
His maverick style makes a visit possible, though institutional hurdles could scupper a summit
The untold historical bromance between Rome and Pyongyang
Even if Brussels were interested in playing a greater role, the North Koreans aren’t keen
Tokyo sees the multilateral infrastructure project as route to summit with Kim, source says
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