Human Security / Human Rights
Information related to human security / human rights in North Korea
Kim Yo Jong floats possible engagement between North Korea and Japan
But DPRK leader’s sister caveated statement as being her ‘personal views,’ adding conditions Tokyo must first meet
North Korea slams US human rights envoy after her arrival in Seoul
While state media has slammed Julie Turner in previous statements, activists say this rhetoric was particularly harsh
State media review: North Korean festivals build up to former leader’s birthday
An in-depth analysis of events for Kim Jong Il’s birth anniversary, regional development and an official visit to Russia
Seoul pastor sentenced to 5 years for molesting North Korean defector children
Chun Ki-won founded Durihana school for DPRK escapees, where he abused five students over the course of seven years
Analyzing the US-ROK alliance’s impact on North Korea’s policies – Ep. 329
Korea Economic Institute of America’s new president discusses his role assessing inter-Korean relations and latest book
North Korea shows off Russian robot designed to help educators
Company behind device told NK News DPRK may have acquired it via secondary market as expert voices sanctions concerns
How North Korean defectors shape the policies of countries where they settle
DPRK escapees around the world have helped build bases of support, broadening diasporic efforts and amplifying advocacy
Slump in life insurance sector points to unreported COVID deaths in North Korea
Financial data from DPRK’s largest insurer reveals almost 20% decline in premium income in life insurance division
Russia eyeing new rail, ferry and car routes to North Korea: Ambassador
Alexander Matsegora’s remarks come as first group of Russian tourists to visit DPRK in years returns home
Russian tourists depart for North Korea as part of first tour since pandemic
Tour manager told NK News that 97 Russian nationals boarded flight from Vladivostok for trip to Pyongyang and ski resort
