Human Security / Human Rights
Information related to human security / human rights in North Korea
Some North Koreans from near nuke test site show signs of radiation exposure
ROK screening of 80 defectors finds quarter have chromosomal abnormalities, but unclear if nuke tests are cause
February 29, 2024
State media review: Drought forecast raises risks to North Korean food security
An in-depth analysis of weather warnings, a new tourism city, Chongryon’s support for soccer team and more
February 29, 2024
Kim Jong Un says he’s ‘ashamed and sorry’ for neglecting economy
North Korean leader calls for ‘rural industrial revolution’ in speech at ceremony kicking off ‘20x10 policy’
February 29, 2024
How a ‘new Cold War’ is making North Korea more risk-averse – Ep. 331
Professor Ruediger Frank discusses why the DPRK is closing embassies but may not actually have abandoned reunification
February 28, 2024
North Korea kicks off fourth 10,000-home project in capital in four years
Kim Jong Un attends ceremony for next stage of five-year housing project, even as previously built apartments sit empty
February 26, 2024
EU blacklists North Korea’s defense chief over arms transfers to Russia
European Council also designates DPRK missile bureau, while US sanctions Russian ports involved in weapons shipments
February 26, 2024
North Korea keeps door shut to aid groups despite opening for Russian tourists
UNICEF and Red Cross say they don’t yet known when they can return but are pushing to deliver much-needed assistance
February 23, 2024
North Korea sends more delegations to Russia, focusing on IT and sports
Expert says record number of exchanges in February point to preparations for Putin visit to Pyongyang later this year
February 23, 2024
State media review: North Korea slams US ‘air pirates’ for raising risk of war
An in-depth analysis of spy flight complaints, criticism of US over Gaza, the Day of the Shining Star and more
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
