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US, ROK diplomats discuss North Korean denuclearization, peace efforts
Washington says Marco Rubio and Cho Hyun reaffirmed goal of denuclearization, despite omission from US defense strategy
February 4, 2026
North Korean delegation visits Chinese tech firm to explore AI systems
Education ministry discusses localizing products for DPRK during Shenzhen trip, highlighting interest in AI cooperation
February 4, 2026
Kim Jong Un admits to ‘empty’ promises on rural development, vows change
At new dairy farm opening, North Korean leader lays out regime’s failures and his plans to provide meat and milk
February 3, 2026
Medvedev says Russia can learn from North Korea’s success under sanctions
Former president says DPRK is becoming more prosperous, while praising its support for invasion of Ukraine
February 3, 2026
Humanitarian groups say US regulations are holding back return to North Korea
Report by National Committee on North Korea does not address DPRK border controls that have prevented access since COVID
February 3, 2026
Kids of North Korean origin drop out of high school at double ROK average
Government data highlights challenges students born in third countries face due to language and cultural barriers
February 2, 2026
Lawsuit alleges British American Tobacco funded North Korea-backed terrorism
Complaint in US court accuses firm of indirectly supporting attacks by Iran and Hezbollah through its DPRK joint venture
February 2, 2026
Kim Jong Un opens North Korea’s largest greenhouse farm to date on China border
In speech, Kim vows to lead world in greenhouse technology amid yearslong push to fix food shortages
February 2, 2026
North Korea men’s soccer team visits China for winter training tour
DPRK squad plays friendly matches with local clubs in warmer climate, though it will sit out upcoming World Cup
February 2, 2026
ROK, Japan defense chiefs back ‘denuclearization of Korean Peninsula’
Two sides also reiterate commitment to trilateral cooperation with US, without directly addressing North Korean threats
January 30, 2026
