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Why a U.S.-South Korea split on North Korea now seems inevitable
President Moon's commitment to improving inter-Korean ties faces test of opposing U.S. goals
September 5, 2018
Why a return to “maximum pressure” seems unlikely – for now at least
It is in Trump's interests to maintain the illusion of progress for as long as possible
August 22, 2018
To solve this impasse, the U.S. must meet North Korea in the middle
Policymakers in Washington should offer sanctions relief in exchange for arms reduction
August 14, 2018
Train to Pyongyang: why Russian investment in inter-Korean rail remains unlikely
Sanctions, regional instability, and financial risk suggest the project is a long way from fruition
August 9, 2018
In Washington DC, pessimism on North Korea now prevails
A rare consensus has emerged in the Beltway: the DPRK's nukes are not going anywhere
August 1, 2018
A new crackdown? North Korea’s fashion police are making a comeback
A campaign against "Anti-Socialist Activities" suggests any reforms are taking place on shaky ground
July 19, 2018
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
July 8, 2018
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
July 4, 2018
Thae Yong-ho’s memoir: some key points
The former DPRK diplomat's book offers a rare look into the lives of regime loyalists
July 2, 2018
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
June 18, 2018
