Foreign Relations
Information related to the North Korea’s foreign relations
China ups security, conducts military training near N. Korea
Jang Song Taek ouster raises concerns of defections, instability in Pyongyang’s closest ally
Expert: Time is ripe for engagement
North’s new byungjin line presents opportunities, but also dilemmas for world community
Important not to look to North Korea for lessons on Iran
Iran-North Korea comparison misses the key differences between the two countries
Understanding why North Korea arrested Merill Newman
Holding of elderly military veteran may be due to specific actions during Korean War
The German Neo-Nazi fascination with North Korea
Lesser-known Strasserite Nazi faction key to understanding admiration for Pyongyang
North Korea’s crusade for more special economic zones
30-years of dabbling with SEZs has produced little change
‘Strategic Patience’ is no answer to North Korea nuke issue
Non-proliferation expert asks why U.S. can negotiate with Iran, but not N. Korea
North Korea’s foreign policy is “reactive,” lacks strategy
Flake: Pillars of the Northern state may be weakening, leading to a dangerous period
Japanese Media Watch: November 18 – November 24
Few unique stories due to extended Yeonpyeong anniversary coverage in Japanese media