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Colin Zwirko

Colin Zwirko is a Senior Analytic Correspondent for NK News based in Seoul. He joined the company in 2018 after receiving a master's degree in international security and foreign policy from South Korea's Yonsei University. Follow him on Twitter.

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North Korean leader attends mass games opening featuring Kim Jong Un portrait

North Korean leader attends mass games opening featuring Kim Jong Un portrait

Kim Yo Jong also viewed new "People's Country" propaganda event alongside DPRK leader, sources say

North Korean leader attends mass games opening featuring Kim Jong Un portrait
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Colin Zwirko June 3, 2019
Kim Jong Un calls for renewal of provincial towns in Kanggye inspection

Kim Jong Un calls for renewal of provincial towns in Kanggye inspection

DPRK leader stresses Jagang province capital’s environmental, infrastructural shortfalls

Kim Jong Un calls for renewal of provincial towns in Kanggye inspection
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Colin Zwirko June 1, 2019
Pre-Hanoi summit U.S. subcritical nuclear test a sign of bad faith: DPRK MFA

Pre-Hanoi summit U.S. subcritical nuclear test a sign of bad faith: DPRK MFA

Statement also says Washington maintains "evil ambition to conquer the DPRK by force"

Pre-Hanoi summit U.S. subcritical nuclear test a sign of bad faith: DPRK MFA
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Colin Zwirko May 30, 2019
U.S., North Korea should continue talks on remains recovery: Amb. Harris

U.S., North Korea should continue talks on remains recovery: Amb. Harris

Harris says returning remains as soon as they are found “right thing to do”

U.S., North Korea should continue talks on remains recovery: Amb. Harris
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Colin Zwirko May 29, 2019
Major construction underway in North Korea’s central government complex: imagery
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Major construction underway in North Korea’s central government complex: imagery

Additions include new large buildings and upgrades to ruling party headquarters

Major construction underway in North Korea’s central government complex: imagery
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Colin Zwirko May 28, 2019
Trump, Abe hoping to move past North Korean missile tests to resume dialogue

Trump, Abe hoping to move past North Korean missile tests to resume dialogue

In break with Pentagon, U.S. President claims "no ballistic missiles going out"

Trump, Abe hoping to move past North Korean missile tests to resume dialogue
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Colin Zwirko May 27, 2019
N. Korean foreign ministry defends missile tests, condemns “war-fanatic” Bolton

N. Korean foreign ministry defends missile tests, condemns “war-fanatic” Bolton

MFA spokesperson slams "ignorant" U.S. National Security Advisor

N. Korean foreign ministry defends missile tests, condemns “war-fanatic” Bolton
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Colin Zwirko May 27, 2019
Cuba, North Korea to expand cooperation in struggle to “defend sovereignty”: KCNA

Cuba, North Korea to expand cooperation in struggle to “defend sovereignty”: KCNA

Ri Su Yong met President Díaz-Canel, other officials before leaving Cuba Saturday

Cuba, North Korea to expand cooperation in struggle to “defend sovereignty”: KCNA
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Colin Zwirko May 26, 2019
June 3 opening day confirmed for North Korea’s mass games: tour groups

June 3 opening day confirmed for North Korea’s mass games: tour groups

Large-scale state propaganda show set to run until mid-October

June 3 opening day confirmed for North Korea’s mass games: tour groups
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Colin Zwirko May 24, 2019
North Korean delegation holds first day of talks in “working visit” to Havana

North Korean delegation holds first day of talks in “working visit” to Havana

Ri Su Yong also accompanied by vice-foreign minister Pak Myong Guk, state media says

North Korean delegation holds first day of talks in “working visit” to Havana
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Colin Zwirko May 23, 2019