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Jang Song-Thaek
Another Purge in North Korea?
By Zachary Keck
A new appointment suggests that Kim Jong-Un may have purged the DPRK’s number two… again.
China Lashes Out at North Korea
By Zachary Keck
China's media offers withering criticism of North Korea as tensions mount between the erstwhile allies.
The Business of Korean Reconciliation
By Paola Subacchi
Despite its flaws, initiatives like Kaesong can contribute to building trust.
Kim Jong-Un's Aunt Rumored To Have Died
By Ankit Panda
Rumors emerged Monday from South Korean intelligence sources that Kim Kyong-Hui has died.
Northeast Asia: Top 5 Security Stories of 2013
By Robert E. Kelly
A look back at the stories most likely to have implications going forward in 2014.
Kim Jong-Un was “Very Drunk” When Executions Began
By Zachary Keck
According to a report, the North Korean leader was very drunk when he ordered the first of the recent executions.
China's Official Response To Jang Song-Thaek's Execution: An Analysis
By Mu Chunshan
The short statement by China's MFA on the situation in North Korea is actually quite revealing.
Is North Korea Preparing Its Fourth Nuclear Test?
By Zachary Keck
While the possibility cannot be ruled out, there's little reason to believe another nuclear test is imminent.
Rodman Headed for Pyongyang Despite Political Turmoil
By J.T. Quigley
Days after Jang Song-Thaek’s execution, “The Worm” confirms a return visit.
The Devastating Effects of Nuclear War in South Asia
By Ankit Panda
A few security and defense links to kick off the weekend.
The Method in North Korea’s Madness
By Zachary Keck
The manner in which Jang Song-Thaek was purged is almost unprecedented, underscoring Kim Jong-Un’s acute insecurity.
Jang Song-Thaek, Zhou Yongkang Lose Power Struggles
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, Chinese leaders praised in Western media, U.S.-China perceptions, and China’s smog problem. Friday China links