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South Korea to designate July 14 as ‘North Korean Defectors’ Day’
Escapees welcome move to raise awareness about DPRK issues but express concern day could be politicized
February 22, 2024
Unification ministry budgets $300K for new YouTube channel about North Korea
Channel will ‘inform’ public about DPRK as ministry pivots from promoting dialogue to drawing attention to human rights
February 22, 2024
Interview: Human rights envoy says US isn’t just ‘wagging finger’ at North Korea
Julie Turner says US is willing to discuss its own record with Pyongyang and responds to DPRK criticism of her work
February 21, 2024
Activists sentenced to 12 years in prison for taking orders from North Korea
ROK court convicts three South Koreans for spying for DPRK and accepting cash during period of inter-Korean detente
February 19, 2024
US eases restrictions on humanitarian and journalism activities in North Korea
Experts welcomed move which means NGOs can more easily conduct educational programs and peacebuilding efforts in DPRK
February 16, 2024
North Korea slams US human rights envoy after her arrival in Seoul
While state media has slammed Julie Turner in previous statements, activists say this rhetoric was particularly harsh
February 15, 2024
Seoul pastor sentenced to 5 years for molesting North Korean defector children
Chun Ki-won founded Durihana school for DPRK escapees, where he abused five students over the course of seven years
February 15, 2024
Number of fines for exchanges with North Korea increases under Yoon government
South Korea imposed six fines for violations of exchange act in 2023, which expert says could impact civilian channels
February 12, 2024
Russia again uses North Korean missiles to strike Ukrainian city: Police
Specialists say KN-23 missiles were DPRK-made but expert warns against drawing conclusions on their operational effects
February 8, 2024
North Koreans’ consumption of foreign media grows over last decade: Survey
Government poll of over 6,000 defectors also revealed increasing dissatisfaction with Kim Jong Un
February 6, 2024
