May 02, 2024

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Rachel Minyoung Lee

Rachel Minyoung Lee was a senior analyst at NK Pro. Prior to joining NK Pro, she worked as a senior North Korean media analyst for the U.S. Government. She is also a trained translator of North Korean media propaganda into English.

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“Trust” dominant theme of N. Korean editorial on day of Xi’s arrival in Pyongyang
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“Trust” dominant theme of N. Korean editorial on day of Xi’s arrival in Pyongyang

The Rodong Sinmun sought to emphasize the two countries' close ties as the fifth Xi-Kim summit began

“Trust” dominant theme of N. Korean editorial on day of Xi’s arrival in Pyongyang
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee June 20, 2019
What to make of Xi Jinping’s article in the North Korean party daily
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What to make of Xi Jinping’s article in the North Korean party daily

This appears to be the first time a leader has contributed to the Rodong Sinmun in the lead-up to a visit

What to make of Xi Jinping’s article in the North Korean party daily
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee June 19, 2019
Why North Korea’s “state visit” characterization for Xi Jinping is notable
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Why North Korea’s “state visit” characterization for Xi Jinping is notable

State media used a rare phrase to report on the upcoming Sino-DPRK summit

Why North Korea’s “state visit” characterization for Xi Jinping is notable
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee June 18, 2019
Kim Jong Un’s condolences tread fine line between personal respect and politics
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Kim Jong Un’s condolences tread fine line between personal respect and politics

The leader's tribute to the late Lee Hee-ho sees Pyongyang keep the door open for dialogue with Seoul

Kim Jong Un’s condolences tread fine line between personal respect and politics
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee June 13, 2019
Kim Jong Un’s May appearances: few activities marked by missile launch guidance
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Kim Jong Un’s May appearances: few activities marked by missile launch guidance

Military issues were front-and-center in a notably quiet month

Kim Jong Un’s May appearances: few activities marked by missile launch guidance
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee June 9, 2019
Making sense of leadership hierarchy: the cases of Kim Yong Chol and Kim Yo Jong
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Making sense of leadership hierarchy: the cases of Kim Yong Chol and Kim Yo Jong

Observers should avoid reading too much into state media imagery

Making sense of leadership hierarchy: the cases of Kim Yong Chol and Kim Yo Jong
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee June 7, 2019
Top brass: North Korea’s Political Bureau leadership, in full
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Top brass: North Korea’s Political Bureau leadership, in full

State media coverage this week paints a fuller picture of recent promotions, organization hierarchy

Top brass: North Korea’s Political Bureau leadership, in full
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee June 5, 2019
North Korea continues to signal interest in munitions production, launches
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North Korea continues to signal interest in munitions production, launches

The DPRK could be hinting at shifting priorities — and plans for more testing in the future

North Korea continues to signal interest in munitions production, launches
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee June 4, 2019
How North Korean media has covered the country’s ongoing “food problem”
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How North Korean media has covered the country’s ongoing “food problem”

Limited coverage of drought damage suggests situation remains manageable for the time being

How North Korean media has covered the country’s ongoing “food problem”
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee May 22, 2019
North Korea’s response to the Wise Honest seizure: a wait-and-see attitude?
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North Korea’s response to the Wise Honest seizure: a wait-and-see attitude?

The DPRK continues to build pressure while exercising restraint

North Korea’s response to the Wise Honest seizure: a wait-and-see attitude?
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee May 14, 2019
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