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Kim Jong Un and Xi Jinping’s first summit in six years heralds a revival of ties
Neglect of denuclearization and sanctions suggests China is willing to overlook DPRK nukes in favor of cooperation
September 5, 2025
UN voices concern about North Korean experiments on people with disabilities
Report cites ‘credible’ info on killing disabled babies and forced abortions in DPRK, highlighting ‘persistent stigma’
September 4, 2025
Kim Jong Un rubs elbows with Southeast Asian heads of state during China trip
But North Korean leader does not appear to have met counterparts from Cuba and Iran, despite past friendly ties
September 4, 2025
The optics of Kim Jong Un’s appearance at China’s military parade
NK News’ Shreyas Reddy discusses what Kim standing next to Xi and Putin says about DPRK’s place in evolving world order
September 4, 2025
At China’s parade, Kim Jong Un shared spotlight so he can shine all the brighter
North Korean leader bet that standing with Xi and Putin would prove he’s a great statesman, not dilute his prominence
September 3, 2025
Kim Jong Un stands center stage with Xi, Putin at China’s military parade
Trump accuses North Korea, Russia and China of ‘conspiring’ against US but offers ‘warmest regards’ to three leaders
September 3, 2025
Palestine appoints new ambassador to North Korea, reviving longstanding ties
Envoy Omar al-Faqih’s arrival comes as the DPRK continues vocal support for Palestinian positions and lambastes Israel
September 2, 2025
Record $60B Japan military budget focuses on new assets to counter North Korea
Proposal prioritizes anti-missile and coastal defenses in response to threats like DPRK’s hypersonic missiles
September 1, 2025
South Korea boosts defense and engagement spending, changing tack on North Korea
Record military funding, revived inter-Korean cooperation budgets highlight dual-track approach under Lee Jae-myung
August 29, 2025
North Korean IT workers use AI to mask lack of skills, boost criminal schemes
Report finds AI tools like Claude allow DPRK to eliminate training ‘bottleneck’ and fast-track fundraising for regime
August 28, 2025
