Human Security / Human Rights
Information related to human security / human rights in North Korea
North Korea reports on China’s arrest of two Michaels following new allegations
Expert says rare state media mention of Canadians’ case appears tied to Spavor’s recent accusations against Kovrig
November 28, 2023
Why it matters if South Koreans personally know a North Korean defector
Few in ROK have met escapee, but personal contact influences views on defector support, inter-Korean issues and more
November 28, 2023
Reopening in slow motion: The growing risks of North Korea’s two-tiered scheme
DPRK is playing favorites with Russia and China, suggesting full return of diplomats and tourists could be long way off
November 27, 2023
New report maps chain of accountability for North Korean human rights abuses
Human rights group says it has detailed command structure of two ministries in bid to help determine criminal liability
November 24, 2023
North Korea’s election reforms are not the first time voters have had a choice
Single-candidate polls are the norm, but past examples of competitive elections provide precedent for making changes
November 24, 2023
State media review: North Korea extols ‘heroic’ moms raising soldiers for regime
An in-depth analysis of Mother’s Day celebrations, criticism of US weapons sales and silence about a new missile holiday
November 23, 2023
Filming treacherous defections from North Korea – Ep. 316
Sue Mi Terry discusses her documentary ‘Beyond Utopia’ and the underground networks that help people escape the DPRK
November 22, 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
Settling in Seoul: What do you think about critics of North Korean defectors?
A DPRK escapee talks about encountering people who question his testimony and how he learned to embrace his past
NGOs lament North Korea’s reluctance to accept aid despite humanitarian problems
Multiple groups report that they’ve struggled to reach contacts and deliver aid as DPRK prioritizes self-reliance
November 20, 2023
