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N. Korean list names more Japanese abductees: paper
Japanese government matches two-thirds of names with own records, Nikkei reports
Inoki to host Pyongyang wrestling event Aug. 30-31
Former pro wrestler expects talks with officials, says abduction issue will be 'on the table'
N. Korea launches more missiles despite Japanese rebuke
Second firing of past week occurs even as Pyongyang seeks to convince Tokyo to lift sanctions
Human rights advocate praises ‘bold’ COI
Defector testimony holds China to account for forced repatriations, sets example for smaller Asian countries
China-SK FTA would be a symbolic sting for N. Korea
Trade negotiations indicate Seoul's growing clout as Pyongyang's influence diminishes
Track II negotiations and North Korea’s nuclear program: Are they effective?
Supporters see privately arranged dialogue as keeping discussions alive; critics see a waste of time - or worse
Talk to China about ending N. Korea support: Bolton
Young Chinese leaders starting to view North as 'ugly piece of baggage,' outspoken diplomat tells NK News
China dismisses criticism over repatriation policy
Foreign Ministry spokesperson denies any policy of 'political asylum,' claims compliance with international law
UN investigator deplores China’s ‘denial’ of influence
Member of UN COI applauds new Seoul field office; calls for inventive ways of dealing with N. Korean human rights abuses
N. Korea sets restrictions for Chinese traders
Pyongyang looks to squeeze revenue from visitors by limiting accommodation options
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