Hamish Macdonald is an Associate Fellow at RUSI who formerly worked on Project SANDSTONE and formerly a journalist and researcher who has focused uniquely on North Korea related topics and affairs. He was previously the COO of the Korea Risk Group, which produces the NK News and NK Pro. Specialising in this area, his investigations covered topics including North Korean sanctions evasion activities, domestic economic development and human rights.
At least 17 DPRK-linked ships traversed Chinese waters as authorities turn a blind eye to illicit shipping
Report shows a wide range of violations due to poor enforcement, foreign intermediaries and evasion
Decision taken to comply with UNSC resolutions, spokesperson says
An analytic look at the main developments of the February 1-February 28 period
DPRK watchers weigh in on the second Trump-Kim meeting summit and the apparent impasse in Hanoi
Visit comes amid a broader warming of Sino-DPRK diplomatic ties
Reports of robbery and hostage taking spark inquiry by local authorities
U.S. prepared to "mobilize investment, improve infrastructure, enhance food security, and more"
Chairmen raise concerns about "disconnect" between intel community and administration on DPRK
Italian foreign ministry says that Jo Song Gil's daughter returned to North Korea in November
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