Human Security / Human Rights
Information related to human security / human rights in North Korea
North Korea ranks third-to-last in new global health security index
DPRK’s preparedness for a disease outbreak ranks among worst in the world, study says
How North Korea’s devastating famine subverted the rigid “songbun” system
Many were able to use their foreign connections to start illegal, but profitable, cross-border businesses
Kim Jong Un says high-quality medical equipment “badly needed” in North Korea
In factory visit, DPRK leader calls for country to bring manufacturing to the level of developed countries
Ask a North Korean: What do people like to eat in North Korea?
"When I was little, my mother used to prepare sundae, rice cakes, and lots of other delicious food"
North Korea may become “more isolated” without a deal with U.S., UN envoy warns
In his first DC visit, Tomás Ojea Quintana talks sanctions, peace, and the role of human rights in a long-term deal
UN Population Fund wins sanctions exemptions to bring two cars into North Korea
Exemptions are second this month granted by the UN Security Council
South Korea football association seeks to discipline DPRK after this week’s game
Ban on media and fans from the South forced teams to play key match in empty stadium
UN releases emergency funding for cyclone damage in North Korea
UN Central Emergency Response Fund released $6 million to help vulnerable people in the DPRK
North Korea yet to approve new TB-malaria treatment grant, Global Fund says
"Critically important" that medication order be placed soon, NGO spokesperson tells NK News
Why “climate smart” agricultural methods are needed in the DPRK more than ever
Food security expert John O'Dea discusses how such approaches can help North Korea cope with global warming
