Not much different from an imaginary dystopia in popular culture, North Korea has been one of the greatest mysteries of international relations since its establishment 67 years ago. But over the last two decades in particular it has stolen the spotlight as one of the few remaining communist regimes, and indeed the most “genuine” one. … Continue reading
By Brian Padden Officials in Moscow say Kim Jong Un will attend celebrations in Russia in May marking the Soviet victory over Germany in World War II. The decision by the North Korean leader to go to Russia before visiting his chief ally China could indicate a breach in the Sino-Korean relationship. The news that Kim … Continue reading
By Ankit Panda Kim Jong-un may embark on his first ever foreign visit since assuming the title of North Korea’s Supreme Leader later this year. According to a report by The Korea Herald citing an anonymous South Korean diplomatic source, Kim has accepted an invitation from Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend a May ceremony marking the 70th … Continue reading