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China tells UN ‘The Mole’ isn’t a credible source for sanctions investigations

China tells UN ‘The Mole’ isn’t a credible source for sanctions investigations

Beijing rejects evidence from documentary due to 'illegitimate means' used in production

China tells UN ‘The Mole’ isn’t a credible source for sanctions investigations
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll September 9, 2021
North Korea barred from 2022 Beijing Olympics after IOC suspension

North Korea barred from 2022 Beijing Olympics after IOC suspension

Olympic committee penalizes DPRK for Tokyo no-show, dashing hopes for sports diplomacy breakthrough at Winter Games

North Korea barred from 2022 Beijing Olympics after IOC suspension
Chaewon Chung
Chaewon Chung September 8, 2021
Restart of Yongbyon reactor reflects North Korea’s need for fissile material
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Restart of Yongbyon reactor reflects North Korea’s need for fissile material

Kim Jong Un seeks to modernize the DPRK’s nuclear weapons, a goal that benefits from resumed plutonium production

Restart of Yongbyon reactor reflects North Korea’s need for fissile material
Ankit Panda
Ankit Panda September 8, 2021
What a path toward a deal with Pyongyang looks like

What a path toward a deal with Pyongyang looks like

Washington will be best served by proactive communication with key players in North Korea

What a path toward a deal with Pyongyang looks like
Benjamin Zimmer
Benjamin Zimmer September 8, 2021
More of the same? Japan’s North Korea strategy under the next prime minister
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More of the same? Japan’s North Korea strategy under the next prime minister

Suga’s successor will continue Tokyo’s sharp defense posture, but variations in sequencing and priorities may emerge

More of the same? Japan’s North Korea strategy under the next prime minister
Ryo Hinata-Yamaguchi
Ryo Hinata-Yamaguchi September 7, 2021
Renewal of North Korea travel ban: A missed opportunity for DPRK-US diplomacy?

Renewal of North Korea travel ban: A missed opportunity for DPRK-US diplomacy?

Ending the Trump-era travel ban would have been consistent with many stated US goals, despite some diplomatic risks

Renewal of North Korea travel ban: A missed opportunity for DPRK-US diplomacy?
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll September 7, 2021
NATO accuses North Korea of ‘spreading dangerous technology’

NATO accuses North Korea of ‘spreading dangerous technology’

Secretary general calls for a stronger NPT to ensure the complete denuclearization of North Korea

NATO accuses North Korea of ‘spreading dangerous technology’
Chaewon Chung
Chaewon Chung September 6, 2021
Understanding North Korea’s ‘final victory’ and why it matters

Understanding North Korea’s ‘final victory’ and why it matters

For top North Korean officials, the quickest way to ensure their system’s long-term survival is through reunification

Understanding North Korea’s ‘final victory’ and why it matters
Benjamin R. Young
Benjamin R. Young September 6, 2021
North Korea calls Human Rights Watch a ‘puppet’ of the US

North Korea calls Human Rights Watch a ‘puppet’ of the US

The nongovernmental organization has long documented human rights abuses inside the DPRK

North Korea calls Human Rights Watch a ‘puppet’ of the US
Chaewon Chung
Chaewon Chung September 6, 2021
A Canadian detained in China – NKNews Podcast Ep. 199
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A Canadian detained in China – NKNews Podcast Ep. 199

As Michael Spavor marks 1,000 days in a Chinese prison, Kevin Garratt shares about his detention at the same facility

A Canadian detained in China – NKNews Podcast Ep. 199
Jacco Zwetsloot
Jacco Zwetsloot September 4, 2021