11 h. ago Trump’s remarks on North Korea could spark Seoul’s nuclear rethink

The comments have sparked fears the US might favour talks on nuclear arms reduction with North Korea instead of full denuclearisation.

Politics

43 h. ago Did Russia help build North Korea’s latest nuclear submarine?

The submarine could significantly escalate security concerns on the Korean peninsula and in the Taiwan Strait, experts say.

Events

4 d. ago After South Korea’s bombing blunder, Pyongyang fires missiles, warns of ‘accidental’ war

The warning from North Korea’s foreign ministry came as the US-South Korea ‘Freedom Shield 2025’ drills were set to kick off on Monday.

Events

8 d. ago North Korea sends 3,500 more troops to Russia ahead of Ukraine deployment: lawmaker

The psychological warfare to urge North Korean soldiers to surrender in battle has had little effect, according to Ukrainian intelligence.

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9 d. ago North Korea opens to international tourists for first time in 5 years

Visitors were taken to Rason, in the country’s special economic zone, on a five-day trip organised by Beijing-based Koryo Tours.

Society

9 d. ago Surreal sights as North Korea welcomes tourists for first time in 5 years

The tourists were in Rason on a five-day organised tour, visiting factories and schools, and watching children dance against a backdrop of animated ballistic missiles.

Politics

9 d. ago As US sends show of strength to South Korea, it keeps Pyongyang on pause

But analysts suggest Washington may be open to resuming talks with North Korea, with Moscow potentially playing the role of mediator.

Politics

2 w. ago To counter Trump threat, China can help North Korea denuclearise

A potentially disastrous carrot-and-stick US approach to Pyongyang is China’s chance to play a key role in a better future for North Korea.

Events

2 w. ago Opinion | To counter Trump threat, China can help North Korea denuclearise

Opinion | To counter Trump threat, China can help North Korea denuclearise  South China Morning Post

Events

2 w. ago Harvard Panel Discussion — “Three Years In, Prospects for Peace? China

Harvard Panel Discussion — “Three Years In, Prospects for Peace? China-Russia-North Korea Relations on the Third Anniversary of Putin’s Ukraine War”  Andrew Erickson

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2 w. ago FBI says North Korea stole US$1.5 billion from crypto exchange ByBit

According to the company, a hacker gained control of an ether wallet and transferred the holdings to an unidentified address.

Economics

2 w. ago South Korea’s annual military drill with US to go on, AI models to be deployed

The announcement comes weeks after the two allies held joint air drills, prompting North Korea to slam them for the ‘provocative’ moves.

Events

2 w. ago Bybit’s US$1.5 billion loss in largest crypto hack ever stokes bitcoin, ether sell

After exchange operator loses ether from a cold wallet in a North Korea-linked attack, bitcoin and ether fall as industry enthusiasm wanes.

Economics

2 w. ago China's tuna vessels used North Korea crews in breach of UN bans, report says

China's tuna vessels used North Korea crews in breach of UN bans, report says  The Washington Post

Politics

2 w. ago OpenAI removes users in China, North Korea suspected of malicious activities

OpenAI removes users in China, North Korea suspected of malicious activities  Reuters

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3 w. ago North Korea, Iraq holiday? Hongkongers are seeking unique getaways, insiders say

Industry representatives at four-day holiday expo say there is rising interest in off-the-beaten-path travel.

Politics

3 w. ago North Korean POW captured in Ukraine seeks asylum in South, sparking potential ‘domino effect’

A North Korean soldier’s plea for asylum in South Korea could force Pyongyang to reconsider its involvement in the Ukraine war and complicate Seoul-Moscow ties.

Events

3 w. ago China’s Ties with North Korea Are in a Ditch, and Therein Lies Opportunity

China’s Ties with North Korea Are in a Ditch, and Therein Lies Opportunity  War On The Rocks

Politics

3 w. ago Japanese father who spent decades searching for daughter abducted by North Korea dies at 96

Akihiro Arimoto’s relentless efforts on behalf of his daughter helped keep the North Korean abduction issue in the spotlight.

Events

3 w. ago China Doesn’t Want to Lead an Axis: Beijing’s Deep Doubts About Russia and North Korea

China Doesn’t Want to Lead an Axis: Beijing’s Deep Doubts About Russia and North Korea  Foreign Affairs Magazine

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