North Korea Denuclearization
DPRK represents a volatile nuclear flashpoint. APLN assesses the regime's capabilities, desires and strategy and pragmatic steps towards denuclearization.
POLICY BRIEFSThe Russia-Ukraine War and North Korea: South Korean and Allied Responses
Jina Kim, Professor at Hankuk University for Foreign Studies, critically reviews established narratives on the influence of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on the DPRK. The policy brief argues that ...
THE KOREA TIMES COLUMNDiscouraging Deterrence
Carlos Sorreta highlights the dangers of the revival of the logic behind nuclear deterrence brought about by the war in Ukraine.
COMMENTARIESImplications of Russia’s war on Ukraine for North Korea’s nuclear program
John Carlson argues that the real lesson from Russia’s war on Ukraine for the DPRK should be the critical importance of diplomacy and engagement to resolve differences.
THE PULSENorth Korea's Recent Missile Tests and Activity at Nuclear Test Site
Chung-in Moon, Gabriela Bernal, Markus Garlauskas, and Na Young Lee share their analysis on the implications of North Korea’s recent activities.
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SPECIAL REPORTS[NU-NEA] Nuclear Weapons and Delivery Systems That Might Be Implicated in Nuclear Use ...
Matt Korda assesses the nuclear weapons and delivery systems that the DPRK could use in the event of an imminent US invasion or regime change operation.
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SPECIAL REPORTS[NU-NEA] The Role of Missile Defense in Northeast Asia
David Wright identifies key uncertainties that the US and its allies must consider when assessing the effectiveness of defense systems against potential DPRK attacks.