Rob York is director for regional affairs at the Pacific Forum. He previously worked as a production editor for The South China Morning Post and chief editor of NK News. He is also a Ph.D. candidate in Korean history at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Experts on proliferation weigh recent events, possible risks of miscalculation
Kim, still using a cane, congratulates winners of Asian Games, other events
Outreach in China part of broader effort to influence debate over human rights
President, foreign affairs officials suggest return to Six-Party format the day after Kim Jong Un resurfaces
Leadership watcher says Kim Jong Un's aunt remains influential figure despite long absence, purged husband
Data based on risk factors present in other countries doesn’t hold up in the North, scientists say
Expert says North 'conflates' labor camps with less severe 'reform' facilities
Unification Ministry spokesperson says 'responsible step' needed before inter-Korean trade restores
UN envoy tells Reuters rumors of Kim's health problems are 'fabricated rumors'
Supporters of idea note obstacles but say more outside information would help
Specialist news and analysis,
research tools, and unique data sets
Internet Explorer is not compatible with this website. We instead recommend using Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari.
Microsoft ceased supporting IE 10 and older in 2016.
In addition, Microsoft cyber-security chief Chris Jackson has been urging users to stop using the browser since February 2019.
Specialist DPRK news and analysis, bespoke research tools, and unique data sets
Learn MoreEnter your details below
Don't have an account? SIGN UP
Specialist DPRK news and analysis, bespoke research tools, and unique data sets
Learn MorePlease enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email.
Don't have an account? SIGN UP