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This time, China likely won’t care (much) about a North Korean nuclear test
Beijing has pressured Pyongyang in past, but changed situation suggest seventh test may even serve China’s interests
July 19, 2022
How Yoon Suk-yeol could pursue cooperation with China on North Korea
Next South Korean president’s embrace of US risks angering China, but Seoul still has interests that align with Beijing
April 19, 2022
In muted Yongbyon response, China signals unwillingness to confront North Korea
Beijing has declined to criticize the DPRK’s continued nuclear activity, instead blaming the US for Pyongyang’s actions
December 13, 2021
How Switzerland could help China re-engage North Korea and the world
China promotes itself as a blueprint for North Korea, but the Swiss model may be more attractive for Kim Jong Un
October 21, 2021
China-North Korea trade resumes, but it appears less sustainable than ever
A rapid rise in exports raises questions about how North Korea is financing trade with China
June 1, 2021
How Chinese netizens reacted to North Korea’s contentious ballistic missile test
The missile launch sparked commentary on North Korea not seen on Chinese social media for some time
April 6, 2021
North Korea’s new China ambassador may boost economic cooperation to new heights
Diplomat Ri Ryong Nam was appointed around the same time as a series of reports on increased China-DPRK cooperation
March 18, 2021
China and North Korea are cozying up, but their connection looks conniving
North Korea and China will continue to sweep disagreements under the rug for the sake of their short-term priorities
January 26, 2021
Biden’s win is a bad omen for China — and that will strain the two Koreas
Biden’s relationship with North Korea is onto a troubled start, and China is likely to back whatever the DPRK does
November 26, 2020
How Chinese netizens and state media reacted to North Korea’s giant new ICBM
Some Chinese netizens cheered North Korea on after the military parade, playing into age-old tensions with the US
October 21, 2020
