Foreign Relations
Information related to the North Korea’s foreign relations
What North Korea stands to gain by sending troops to fight in Ukraine
DPRK likely seeks Russian cash or tech, but deployment risks exposing troops to outside info and inciting wider response
October 21, 2024
North Korea has deployed troops to assist Russia in war against Ukraine: Seoul
ROK spy agency revealed Russian naval vessels were used to transport DPRK special forces to frontline earlier this month
October 18, 2024
US’ North Korean Human Rights Act turns 20, but gains remain elusive
Experts acknowledge its role in highlighting abuses but say consistency in Washington’s policy is key to success
October 18, 2024
More than 1 million youth and students volunteer to join North Korea’s military
An in-depth analysis of ‘angry revengers,’ an amendment to a law on homes for scientists and criticism of US officials
October 18, 2024
South Koreans are ‘legit enemy’ and ‘not kin,’ Kim Jong Un tells troops
North Korean leader tells military not to hesitate to attack South in case of war in visit to frontline HQ
October 18, 2024
Frank Aum: Why North Korea’s claims should be taken at face value
Senior expert at US Institute of Peace discusses why the Korean problem remains unresolved some 70 years on
October 17, 2024
Why rumors of friction between North Korea and China are likely overblown
In interview, expert Seong-hyon Lee linkens countries to squabbling couple whose arguments belie stable relationship
October 15, 2024
Putin pushes for ratification of military pact he made with Kim Jong Un
Expert says Russian leader likely wants to provide legal basis for sending North Korean troops into Ukraine conflict
October 15, 2024
Kim Jong Un weighs military options at security council meeting: State media
Leader’s sister also says DPRK found ‘proof’ that ROK behind drone incursion and that US ‘should be held accountable’
October 15, 2024
Ukraine leader says North Koreans are fighting for Russia, asks West for support
Zelensky warns Pyongyang-Moscow alliance is strengthening amid reports thousands of DPRK troops are training in Russia
October 14, 2024
