April 29, 2024

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Tristan Webb

Tristan Webb is a Senior Analyst for NK Pro. He was formerly a Senior DPRK Research Analyst for the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).

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Getting to ‘maximum pressure’: some difficulties ahead?
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Getting to ‘maximum pressure’: some difficulties ahead?

Without a breakthrough at the UNSC, the USA may find it difficult to substantially increase economic pressure on the DPRK

Getting to ‘maximum pressure’: some difficulties ahead?
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb May 31, 2017
How UN Security Council sanctions will affect, but not thwart, a new Sunshine Policy
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How UN Security Council sanctions will affect, but not thwart, a new Sunshine Policy

President Moon has a number of safe options he can take to pursue engagement

How UN Security Council sanctions will affect, but not thwart, a new Sunshine Policy
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb May 11, 2017
Three myths about Moon Jae-in, dispelled
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Three myths about Moon Jae-in, dispelled

It is essential to be clear-headed about the new South Korean President's intentions

Three myths about Moon Jae-in, dispelled
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb May 9, 2017
Kim Jong Un’s April Activity: The Day of the Sun, Ryomyong Street, and successive shows of force
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Kim Jong Un’s April Activity: The Day of the Sun, Ryomyong Street, and successive shows of force

In a month dominated by the Day of the Sun, the North Korean leader oversaw a huge military drill and the unveiling of a major economic pet project

Kim Jong Un’s April Activity: The Day of the Sun, Ryomyong Street, and successive shows of force
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb May 8, 2017
South Korea’s presidential candidates and their North Korea policies
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South Korea’s presidential candidates and their North Korea policies

The candidates differ significantly on what North Korea must do before talks can take place

South Korea’s presidential candidates and their North Korea policies
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb May 3, 2017
The humanitarian impact of oil sanctions against North Korea
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The humanitarian impact of oil sanctions against North Korea

UN Security Council restrictions on oil to the DPRK would be a disproportionate act risking grave consequences

The humanitarian impact of oil sanctions against North Korea
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb April 28, 2017
Tensions on the Korean Peninsula: Plus ça change?
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Tensions on the Korean Peninsula: Plus ça change?

Despite current anxieties, lessons from past tensions offer hope

Tensions on the Korean Peninsula: Plus ça change?
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb April 20, 2017
How lawful are the USA’s military options against North Korea?
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How lawful are the USA’s military options against North Korea?

Washington's legal basis for a pre-emptive strike would likely be controversial among UN member states

How lawful are the USA’s military options against North Korea?
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb April 11, 2017
Kim Jong Un’s March Activity: Preparing for the Day of the Sun
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Kim Jong Un’s March Activity: Preparing for the Day of the Sun

As Kim Il Sung's birthday approaches, the leadership observes a rocket test and tours construction projects

Kim Jong Un’s March Activity: Preparing for the Day of the Sun
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb April 6, 2017
Right to self-defense? International law and U.S. options against North Korea
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Right to self-defense? International law and U.S. options against North Korea

In the first part of a series, we examine the international legality of American options against the DPRK

Right to self-defense? International law and U.S. options against North Korea
Tristan Webb
Tristan Webb March 31, 2017