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Wang Son-taek
Wang Son-taek is a research associate at Yeosijae (Future Consensus Institute) and a former diplomatic correspondent for South Korea's YTN news network.
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Analysis The inter-Korean leaflet launch saga: winners and losersKim Jong Un succeeded in communicating the North's frustration, while Moon Jae-in's inter-Korean efforts lie in tatters
North Korea’s bizarre recent outburst over anti-regime leaflets, starting with Kim Yo Jong’s statement on June 4, sparked a tumultuous series of events. The whole affair is now speedily fading into the background, however, following Kim Jong Un’s suspension of plans for “military action” against the South just a couple of weeks ago. Here’s who gained and lost the most from the leaflet-launch saga. CHAIRMAN KIM: BLOWING OFF STEAM North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has had pent-up rage and resentment against South Korean President Moon Jae-in following the February 2019 U.S.-DPRK summit in Hanoi. Moon had recommended Kim participate © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. |