Foreign Relations
Information related to the North Korea’s foreign relations
Russian VIP military jetliner flies to North Korea hours after satellite launch
Flight by plane that has visited DPRK multiple times comes amid concerns about space cooperation between two countries
November 22, 2023
How North Korea’s successful satellite launch could raise tensions in near term
Seoul has suspended military pact and will soon launch own satellite, but will be wary of undermining World Expo bid
November 22, 2023
South Korea partially suspends North Korea military deal after satellite launch
Cabinet approved decision on 2018 agreement shortly after DPRK claimed it put military spy satellite in orbit
November 22, 2023
US aircraft carrier visits ROK in response to North Korean ‘threats’: Seoul
Expert says warship is not part of US nuclear triad but still demonstrates commitment to protect South Korea
November 21, 2023
North Korean rice imports from China drop amid alleged arms trade with Russia
Expert says Moscow may be sending more food staples in exchange for weapons, as wigs again top DPRK exports
November 21, 2023
North Korea-China trade slumps in October but remains far above pandemic lows
Chinese data shows slight decline in exports and imports, while Russia-DPRK trade reportedly sits at just $28M for year
November 20, 2023
Asian Games organizers fined $500K for allowing North Korean flag at competition
Anti-doping body banned use of flag after DPRK athletes failed to undergo steroid testing during pandemic
November 20, 2023
From Moscow to Pyongyang: The birth of North Korea under Soviet control
A new NK News series explores the history of bilateral ties and what it says about DPRK’s partnership with Russia today
November 17, 2023
Russia, North Korea discuss exploration of gold and rare earth metals: Moscow
Two sides also reportedly held talks on food trade and other cooperation, as Russian delegation departs Pyongyang
November 17, 2023
Biden, Xi still going round in circles on North Korea at latest summit
Experts say DPRK policy ‘remains on autopilot’ even as US and Chinese leaders make progress on other issues
November 16, 2023
