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.
Secretary of State reaffirms CVID commitment, says human rights were discussed with Kim
Moon urges Pompeo and Bolton to "step up" efforts to realise a successful Trump-Kim summit
President suggests military intervention "most likely" if agreement not reached
Ri Son Gwon accuses ROK of "ignorant and incompetent" behavior, rules out imminent return to talks
Chinese foreign ministry references its proposed "freeze-for-freeze" deal
Apparent consignee of RPG shipment aboard Jie Shun sanctioned by State Department
Statement reiterates pledge made at ruling party meeting in April
Presidential office reveals request following release of U.S. prisoners on Wednesday
Meeting represents DPRK leader's second with PRC President this year
Presence of aircraft has fueled speculation DPRK leader is in China for the second time this year
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