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October 04, 2024

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Gabriela Bernal

Gabriela Bernal

Gabriela Bernal is an analyst at NK News and NK Pro. She has a Ph.D. from the University of North Korean Studies, and her work has appeared in various media and online outlets.

Analysis

How Seoul’s diplomatic outreach to Cairo could intrude on North Korea-Egypt ties

While Cairo and Pyongyang have ended official military cooperation, their bond will likely prove difficult to break

Gabriela BernalGabriela BernalMarch 22, 2022
Analysis

US again emphasizes sanctions with selection of new ambassador to South Korea

North Korea is likely to see Philip Goldberg’s past role as sanctions promoter as more evidence of US ‘hostile policy’

Gabriela BernalGabriela BernalFebruary 14, 2022
Analysis

Sanctions obstacles: The fate of Moon Jae-in’s inter-Korean economic projects

The Kaesong Industrial Complex, Kumgang tourism and infrastructure improvements all face unique sanctions challenges

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Analysis

Mexico angles to improve ties with DPRK four years after expelling diplomat

Unlikely friendship, tested by nuclear development, gives Mexico a foothold in Asia and North Korea an economic partner

Gabriela BernalGabriela BernalAugust 5, 2021
Analysis

Brazil is one of North Korea’s few friends in the world

The only country in the Americas with embassies in North and South Korea has expanded ties with DPRK since 2001

Gabriela BernalGabriela BernalJuly 5, 2021
Analysis

What the new envoy to North Korea thinks about nukes, sanctions and engagement

Sung Kim’s past diplomatic experience suggests openness to talks with DPRK, but only if the conditions are right

Gabriela BernalGabriela BernalMay 24, 2021
Analysis

Why South Korea’s call for a Northeast Asia health initiative will likely fail

South Korea's president wants China, Mongolia, Japan and — most importantly — North Korea to band together on COVID-19

Gabriela BernalGabriela BernalOctober 9, 2020