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The Apparent Rise of Kim Jong Un’s Daughter
June 05, 2023

The Apparent Rise of Kim Jong Un’s Daughter

By ISOZAKI Atsuhito
And the fading prominence of his sister Kim Yo Jong.

North Korea Heralds Completion of Its First Military Reconnaissance Satellite
April 19, 2023

North Korea Heralds Completion of Its First Military Reconnaissance Satellite

By Mitch Shin
Kim Jong Un inspected the National Aerospace Development Administration and urged technicians to launch the military reconnaissance satellite at the planned (but unspecified) date.
North Korean Leader Guides Central Military Commission Meeting
April 11, 2023

North Korean Leader Guides Central Military Commission Meeting

By Mitch Shin
While ghosting daily calls with South Korea, North Korea reaffirmed its clear intention to beef up its nuclear capabilities. 

Using Tourism for Insights into North Korea
April 11, 2023

Using Tourism for Insights into North Korea

By ISOZAKI Atsuhito
The resumption of inbound tourism is a barometer of the situation in the hermit kingdom.

Kim Wants North Korea to Make More Nuclear Material for Bombs
March 29, 2023

Kim Wants North Korea to Make More Nuclear Material for Bombs

By Kim Tong-hyung
Kim Jong Un told officials and scientists at a state nuclear weapons institute they must ramp up bomb fuel production to meet his goals to expand his nuclear arsenal “exponentially.”

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. 

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 Displays ICBMs, Tactical Nuclear Units at Military Parade
February 09, 2023

North Korea Displays ICBMs, Tactical Nuclear Units at Military Parade

By Mitch Shin
North Korea celebrated the 75th anniversary of the KPA’s founding through a military parade.

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. 

North Korea Calls for Perfecting War Preparedness 
February 07, 2023

North Korea Calls for Perfecting War Preparedness 

By Mitch Shin
During a meeting presided over by leader Kim Jong Un, North Korea again showed its ceaseless efforts to strengthen its military capabilities.

Kim Jong Un Sends New Year’s Cards to Xi and Putin
January 18, 2023

Kim Jong Un Sends New Year’s Cards to Xi and Putin

By Mitch Shin
North Korean state media reported that Kim Jong Un sent New Year’s cards to leaders of various countries, including China and Russia.
North Korea Vows to Increase Nuclear Arsenal
January 03, 2023

North Korea Vows to Increase Nuclear Arsenal

By Mitch Shin
Amid the strengthening military alliance between South Korea and the United States, Kim Jong Un vowed to expand his country's nuclear arsenal.  

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