Human Security / Human Rights
Information related to human security / human rights in North Korea
What to make of North Korea’s closure of multiple embassies overseas
Weak economy and sanctions likely driving shakeup, with broad implications for diplomacy, humanitarian aid and more
November 1, 2023
Japan court rules North Korea responsible for luring people with false promises
Historic ruling awards damages to four victims who migrated to DPRK from Japan under ‘Paradise on Earth’ campaign
October 31, 2023
Aid worker recalls fight to get food to North Koreans in time of greatest need
Christy Gavitt says aid helped vulnerable and built goodwill during 90s famine, despite heavy controls on relief work
October 31, 2023
‘I can’t lose her too’: Family fears for loved one forcibly sent to North Korea
Kim Cheol-ok was repatriated after 25 years in China. Now her family is looking for answers about her fate.
October 31, 2023
North Korea illicitly added 14 ships to fleet, mostly from China: UN report
Panel of Experts indicates DPRK has now acquired 52 vessels since 2020 in violation of international sanctions
October 30, 2023
South Korean navy assists North Korean boat stranded north of maritime border
ROK says navy provided food and water to crew who wished to return to DPRK before North Korea towed vessel back
October 30, 2023
North Korean boat defection sparks debate about gaps in ROK maritime security
Reports claim fisherman made first contact with boat of four defectors, leading some to criticize slow military response
October 27, 2023
How North Korean neighborhood watch groups do dirty work of keeping cities clean
Groups notorious for spying on citizens also mobilize residents for tasks ranging from collecting trash to cutting grass
October 27, 2023
What North Korea can learn from China’s successful agricultural reforms
DPRK is unlikely to embrace privatization, but China’s experience with co-ops of smaller farmers could serve as a guide
October 27, 2023
State media review: North Korea promotes new smartphones at local trade shows
An in-depth analysis of cell phone industry revival, claims of good harvest, criticism of US weapons in Ukraine and more
October 26, 2023
