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Rich South Korea, Unhappy Koreans
March 16, 2023

Rich South Korea, Unhappy Koreans

By Hyung-A Kim
South Korea has a glowing global reputation. So why do so many Koreans think “isaengmang” – this life is ruined?

How to Enhance South Korea’s Support for Ukraine
March 15, 2023

How to Enhance South Korea’s Support for Ukraine

By Troy Stangarone
South Korea is under increasing pressure to move from humanitarian aid to providing arms directly to Ukraine. 
Kim Yo Jong Joins the North’s Chorus Threatening Response to South Korea-US Military Drills
March 07, 2023

Kim Yo Jong Joins the North’s Chorus Threatening Response to South Korea-US Military Drills

By Mitch Shin
Joining a series of North Korean statements over upcoming South Korea-U.S. military drills, the supreme leader’s sister warned of taking a military response.

South Korea Announces Plan to Resolve Forced Labor Disputes With Japan
March 06, 2023

South Korea Announces Plan to Resolve Forced Labor Disputes With Japan

By Chelsie Alexandre
The Yoon administration's plan to resolve forced labor disputes with Japan is already sparking controversy at home.

The Subversive Influence of Women in North Korea
March 03, 2023

The Subversive Influence of Women in North Korea

By Emily Charley
Despite the regime’s deeply pervasive misogyny, North Korean women are making strides in the country's political and social spheres. 

North Korea Wants More Control Over Farming Amid Food Shortage
March 03, 2023

North Korea Wants More Control Over Farming Amid Food Shortage

By Hyung-jin Kim and Kim Tong-hyung
Prospects for quickly resolving its food insecurity are dim, as North Korea restricts the operation of markets and devotes much of its scarce resources to its nuclear program.

South Korean President Calls Japan ‘Partner’ on Independence Day
March 01, 2023

South Korean President Calls Japan ‘Partner’ on Independence Day

By Mitch Shin
In his address to celebrate the 104th anniversary of the March 1 Independence Movement, Yoon Suk-yeol said Japan has transformed into a partner sharing common values.
A North Korean Successor at the Korean People’s Army Parade?
February 21, 2023

A North Korean Successor at the Korean People’s Army Parade?

By ISOZAKI Atsuhito
Extreme caution is required when interpreting the public appearances of Kim’s daughter.

North Korea Launches Hwasong-15 ICBM
February 21, 2023

North Korea Launches Hwasong-15 ICBM

By Mitch Shin
North Korea followed up on threatened counteractions to the U.S. and South Korea by launching an ICBM and firing two multiple rocket launchers. 

South Korea’s Interior Minister Impeached for Role in Itaewon Tragedy
February 14, 2023

South Korea’s Interior Minister Impeached for Role in Itaewon Tragedy

By Chelsie Alexandre
For the first time in South Korea’s modern history, a sitting cabinet member has been impeached by the country’s parliament. 

North Korea Needs More International Partners to Weather Its Food Crisis
February 10, 2023

North Korea Needs More International Partners to Weather Its Food Crisis

By Sangsoo Lee
To cope with the country’s food crisis – and reduce dependence on China – North Korea is hoping to scale up trade with receptive countries.  
Kim Jong Un Stirs Up Loyalty of KPA Officers Ahead of Military Parade  
February 08, 2023

Kim Jong Un Stirs Up Loyalty of KPA Officers Ahead of Military Parade  

By Mitch Shin
In a speech marking the 75th anniversary of the Korean People’s Army (KPA), leader Kim Jong Un urged his military to faithfully inherit the revolutionary and fighting spirit. 

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