Human Security / Human Rights
Information related to human security / human rights in North Korea
Bill Richardson, governor who helped free Americans from North Korea, dies at 75
‘Undersecretary for thugs’ traveled to DPRK and other authoritarian countries to advocate for detained citizens
North Korean military drills with China and Russia would be ‘appropriate’: Envoy
Moscow’s ambassador to DPRK endorses drills as response to US-ROK exercises, says sanctions don’t affect bilateral ties
ROK lawmaker under fire for joining event held by pro-North Korea group in Japan
Unification ministry says it may fine Youn Mee-hyang for attending Chongryon event to commemorate Kanto Massacre
Ask a North Korean: What is it like to be a musician in North Korea?
Artists have little say over what they perform, and they must make immense personal sacrifices to practice their craft
US lawmakers call for meeting with UN on China’s repatriation of North Koreans
Open letter comes as human rights groups have pushed to increase pressure on Beijing ahead of DPRK border reopening
North Korea in August 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from August 1, 2023 to August 31, 2023
Timeline: From a historic summit to North Korea’s second failed satellite launch
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from Aug. 1 – Aug. 31, 2023
North Korea adopts law to ‘revitalize’ tourism after years of border closures
Tour operators view law as ‘positive sign’ for foreign visitors’ return, but are uncertain how it will work in practice
State media review: North Korea slams US for supplying F-16 jets to Ukraine
An in-depth review of Russia-DPRK solidarity, an official’s delayed downfall, heavy rains and Youth Day dance parties
Behind the scenes of Kim Jong Un’s lavish banquet at elite Pyongyang resort
North Korean leader flaunted Spanish hams and wine coolers with wife and daughter, despite DPRK’s chronic food problems
