Human Security / Human Rights
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From bad to worse: Charting the breakdown of inter-Korean ties in 2023
NK News recaps developments set to spill into next year, from unanswered hotlines and border risks to North Korean nukes
December 29, 2023
Kim Jong Un appears to reward top officials with luxury Mercedes cars
North Korean leader’s inner circle seen driving new vehicles after his own fleet recently upgraded
December 29, 2023
North Korea opens new hydroelectric dam in bid to solve ‘power problem’
Expert says plant could improve lives of locals, while location suggests it may also power ski resort
December 28, 2023
North Korea tells UN committee it’s promoting rights of people with disabilities
DPRK engagement with UN and passage of new law points to continued progress on disability issues, expert says
December 28, 2023
3 parades, 44 missiles, 64 flights: Numbers tell the story of North Korea’s 2023
Data sheds light on the year’s biggest developments, from leader appearances and wig trade to delegation visits and more
December 27, 2023
What over 100 experts think about North Korea’s next steps – Ep. 322
Chad O’Carroll discusses survey results on influencing Pyongyang, prospects for reopening, inter-Korean policy and more
December 27, 2023
Seoul unveils ambitious plan to raise awareness about North Korean human rights
Three-year road map calls for research center and sending info to DPRK citizens, but experts say some goals unrealistic
December 26, 2023
UN refugee agency calls for China to give ‘humanitarian space’ to North Koreans
Letter sent in July stressed severe treatment returnees face but failed to stop forced repatriation of 100s in October
December 26, 2023
Ask a North Korean: Can children in the DPRK express their creativity?
David, who defected in 2012, writes about discovering the joys of self-expression through his work as a YouTuber
Next steps for North Korea: Where will the country be five years from now?
Most experts predict continued isolation and decline, while minority say Russia and China will prop up DPRK economy
December 22, 2023
