Foreign Relations
Information related to the North Korea’s foreign relations
Libyan hospital welcomes dozens of North Korean medical workers
UN sanctions forbid DPRK laborers from working abroad, but country’s doctors have been active in Africa during pandemic
January 12, 2023
Yoon says Seoul could rapidly acquire nukes if North Korean threats increase
Remarks likely seek to pressure US to strengthen nuclear umbrella amid concerns about alliances’ defenses, experts say
January 12, 2023
US backs Japan’s push for counterstrike capabilities to counter North Korea
Foreign and defense officials reaffirm extended deterrence and cooperation with South Korea in annual security meeting
January 12, 2023
US nuke delivery systems to play big role in joint drills with ROK: Yoon
President repeats Seoul’s desire to have say in extended deterrence as Seoul announces slew of exercises in 2023
January 11, 2023
US keeping ‘close eye’ on North Korean chemical and biological weapons
Defense department comments come as Washington prepares to release major posture review on countering such weapons
January 11, 2023
How North Korea’s drones increase risk of inter-Korean conflict – Ep. 270
The NK News team discusses DPRK drones flying over Seoul, missile engine tests, the end-of-year plenum and more
January 10, 2023
Kenneth Rowe, North Korean pilot who defected in Soviet plane, dies at 90
Rowe fooled the DPRK air force into thinking he was loyal to Kim Il Sung, all while he was planning his great escape
January 9, 2023
North Korea and France have no official ties. That doesn’t mean they don’t talk.
Despite diplomatic non-recognition, the two states have long found ways to cooperate in business and cultural exchanges
January 9, 2023
UN Command investigating armistice violations after North Korean drone intrusion
Seoul has balked at accusations that its response also violated Korean War armistice, claiming right to self-defense
January 9, 2023
North Korea’s big year ahead: Will the country emerge from its COVID isolation?
In second of two-part series, NK Pro reporters share predictions about inter-Korean ties, trade, human rights and more
January 6, 2023
