Foreign Relations
Information related to the North Korea’s foreign relations
In full: North Korea’s rules for diplomats
The document, translated and printed here in full, is given to all new diplomatic workers in Pyongyang
The View from Jingshan: China reacts to Kim Jong Nam death, missile test
Netizens and state media responded to North Korea with shock and outrage this month
Despite the hurdles, it’s time for Washington and Pyongyang to talk
The recent cancellation of planned "track 1.5" talks is disappointing
A pre-emptive strike against North Korea would be a disaster
The Trump administration's openness to military action against the North is concerning
North Korea and China: Don’t bite the hand that feeds you
Pyongyang should be careful about testing Beijing's patience
The Ugandan insurgents guided by North Korean spirits
Some warlords in Northern Uganda believed ghosts from Pyongyang could stop bullets and plan battles
What will Beijing’s coal embargo mean for North Korea’s economy?
Experts weigh on the possible consequences for the DPRK's trade, coal industry and economic future
With China and North Korea drifting apart, will Russia step in?
Despite shared interests, Moscow would be wise to keep Pyongyang at arm's length
China’s suspension of DPRK coal imports: Why it happened, what it means
Beijing's decision to halt imports of North Korean coal is very significant - and improves the prospects for a U.S.-DPRK deal
Why is North Korea so quiet on the comfort women issue?
Pyongyang has its own skeletons in its closet when it comes to abductions