Foreign Relations
Information related to the North Korea’s foreign relations
The problematic assumptions that cause North Korea predictions to go wrong
Hawks and doves often believe the worst about each other, leading to unrealistic prognostications and poor policy
Small state, grand strategy: North Korea’s policy plans for 2022 and beyond
Despite an inward focus for this year, Pyongyang still eyes the big-picture goal of recognition as a nuclear state
China rejects US appeal for more sanctions following North Korean missile tests
US seeks broader sanctions against DPRK after ballistic launches but lacks full support of UN Security Council
The week in North Korean state media: A review of Jan. 14 to Jan. 20
An analytical look at Donald Trump’s gifts to Kim Jong Un, a fertilizer campaign, propaganda on ‘model’ wives and more
Phoning it in: Expect another year of nothing from Biden on North Korea
Dealing with Kim Jong Un is more difficult than ever, and the White House has shown little urgency on engaging Pyongyang
UN Security Council schedules meeting on North Korea after several missile tests
China says ‘no plan’ for new UN sanctions while DPRK hints at possible return of nuclear and long-range missile tests
North Korea hints at ‘resuming’ long-range weapons tests after new US sanctions
Kim Jong Un to reconsider concessions made to US in denuclearization talks, says state media
The North Korean studio that has animated a Christmas film and Italian cartoons
Newly sanctioned SEK Studio has worked with South Korean and European artists for decades, raising money for Pyongyang
Timeline: How North Korean propaganda dialed back focus on Kim Jong Un in 2021
More erratic messaging appears to reflect upheavals in propaganda leadership, as notable changes decline in second half
North Korea releases missile details for sake of ‘transparency’: Pro-DPRK outlet
Japan-based Choson Sinbo claims missiles are for self-defense after top US diplomat says tests meant to grab attention
