Japan is planning on joining the Greater Tumen Initiative in the coming weeks, an informed source has told NK News, as Prime Minister Shinzo Abe pushes for a summit with the North.
The move will preempt the DPRK's possible returning to the multilateral infrastructure project, the source, speaking on condition of anonymity, told NK News, and enable Japan to participate in future investment projects involving the DPRK.
Japan is planning on joining the Greater Tumen Initiative in the coming weeks, an informed source has told NK News, as Prime Minister Shinzo Abe pushes for a summit with the North.
The move will preempt the DPRK's possible returning to the multilateral infrastructure project, the source, speaking on condition of anonymity, told NK News, and enable Japan to participate in future investment projects involving the DPRK.
Become a member for less than $4 per week.
Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis
The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop
Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns
Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting
Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts.
Subscribe now
All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time.