Foreign Relations
Information related to the North Korea’s foreign relations
North Korean airspace roars to life, driven in part by surge of Russian flights
NK Pro analysis reveals over 350 flights since DPRK eased COVID controls, though Air Koryo operations slow to recover
September 10, 2024
Swedish diplomats set for imminent return to North Korea: Sources
DPRK has reportedly signaled Poland and UK could also return soon, years after Western diplomats left due to COVID
September 9, 2024
For North Korea, arms sales to Russia are just start of its proliferation plans
Increased DPRK weapons production opens opportunities to find new buyers, a problem the West cannot afford to ignore
September 9, 2024
Xi promises to ‘boost coordination’ with Kim Jong Un amid signs of strained ties
Expert says Chinese leader’s letter to North Korean counterpart, only 2nd this year, appears aimed at managing tensions
September 9, 2024
North Korea denounces ‘provocative’ US-ROK drills as prep for invasion
An in-depth analysis of responses to UFS and Ssang Yong, homes for farmers, a new envoy to Africa and more
September 6, 2024
US, ROK condemn North Korea’s ‘reckless’ behavior along inter-Korean border
Joint statement issued after extended deterrence meeting warns DPRK actions risk ‘inadvertent escalation’
September 5, 2024
Zero to hero: How North Korean women’s soccer became a juggernaut
DPRK national team has achieved success at highest levels of the game, despite starting from nothing in the 1980s
September 5, 2024
Bo Ram Kwon: How cooperation with Russia has emboldened North Korea
Research fellow discusses impact of Ukraine war on US-ROK strategic planning, internal stress on Kim Jong Un and more
September 5, 2024
Activists call for efforts to protect North Korean Olympians after viral selfie
But experts cast doubt on rumors that athletes face punishment for taking photos with South Koreans
September 4, 2024
Why fears of North Korean ‘provocations’ before US election are likely overblown
History shows DPRK usually waits to see who wins before taking military action, rather than seeking to influence vote
September 4, 2024
