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Why Did North Korea “Cave” On Talks With South?

After repeatedly rejecting South Korea’s proposals to hold government-level talks, Pyongyang has reversed itself. Why?

If Korea Were to Unite...

January 31, 2013

If Korea Were to Unite...

The balance of power in Northeast Asia could be dropped on its head. Old tensions — and new ones– could be unleashed.

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If Korea Were to Unite...

Mr. President: N. Korea is not Burma

November 21, 2012

Mr. President: N. Korea is not Burma

President Obama’s past overtures to North Korea have been rebuffed. Will Pyongyang “unclench” its fist?

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Mr. President: N. Korea is not Burma

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