Foreign Relations
Information related to the North Korea’s foreign relations
Rise of Japan’s ‘Iron Lady’ heralds hardline shift to countering North Korea
Sanae Takaichi has pushed militarization and downplayed WWII atrocities, setting up potential clashes with both Koreas
October 6, 2025
Trump suggested NATO ‘join’ US in countering North Korea: Former NATO chief
Jens Stoltenberg says he told US president at 2017 meeting that member states wouldn’t support bombing DPRK
October 6, 2025
Russian government jet flies to North Korea, a week before military parade
Presidential fleet’s Tu-204-300 airliner has transported top officials to Pyongyang in past, hinting at high-level visit
October 3, 2025
US, ROK agree to expand drone cooperation as North Korea doubles down on UAVs
US secretary of the army and South Korean defense chief discuss role of drones in ‘modern warfare’ at meeting in Seoul
October 3, 2025
North Korea in September 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from September 1 to September 30, 2025
October 3, 2025
Cashing in on the crown: North Korea’s foray into British royal memorabilia
Newly released archives reveal how the DPRK capitalized on a royal wedding through commemorative stamps and coins
October 3, 2025
Laotian leader to visit North Korea for Oct. 10 party anniversary: State media
Ahead of expected parade, Thongloun Sisoulith becomes first world leader confirmed to attend a DPRK event in 7 years
October 2, 2025
ROK military delays large-scale drills on countering North Korea, citing APEC
Postponement of Hoguk Exercise comes amid speculation that Trump could meet Kim Jong Un when he visits South Korea
October 2, 2025
North Korean defense chief vows full support for Russia in Moscow ceremony
No Kwang Chol joins Russian counterpart at event honoring shared WWII history and their alliance against Ukraine
October 2, 2025
James Heenan: Inside the UN’s new human rights report on North Korea
UN official discusses the update to Commission of Inquiry and unpacks the DPRK’s tightening system of repression
October 2, 2025
