North Korea: Journalists vs. Diplomats
Effective engagement doesn’t always translate into a good news story.
Revolution in Japan
Japan is on the verge of a political revolution, and the ripples might transform Asia as well.
After the Sunshine Generation
The death of Kim Dae Jung, the suicide of Roh Moo Hyun, and the illness of Kim Jong Il all point to the end of a generation committed to North-South engagement.
Asia’s Axis of Evil?
Burma and North Korea are the pariahs of Asia. Are these birds of a feather flocking together?
North Korea’s ‘Papillon’
The test of a first-rate policy toward North Korea is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time — the horror of the labor camps and the imperative of political engagement — and still retain the ability to function.
Dealing with North Korea’s Tests
Coming up with the proper response to North Korea’s recent actions requires a careful assessment of Pyongyang motivations and regional geopolitics.
The Obama-Lee Summit: Dangerous Consensus?
Washington and Seoul should coordinate policy. But they should also keep their eyes on the prize: resolving the current crisis with North Korea without resorting to force.
Outsourcing North Korea Policy
Washington can’t rely on Beijing to clean up this mess.
Korean Tragedies
North Korea’s nuclear test and Roh Moo-Hyun’s suicide have both cast a shadow on inter-Korean cooperation. But engagement is needed now more than ever.
Strategic Dialogue on North Korea
John Feffer argues with Brent Choi and Joowoon Jung about the proper response to North Korea’s behavior.
North Korea and Malign Neglect
The Obama administration needs to abandon its default position and seriously engaged North Korea.
A More Expensive Bill for North Korea
Pyongyang is on the verge of conducting another nuclear test. Washington should consider a bigger stick and a bigger carrot.
The New Korean Cold War
Relations with North Korea have taken a turn for the worse, but there is also opportunity in this crisis.
North Korea Sends Message: ‘Don’t Ignore Us!’
President Obama needs to pay attention to North Korea.
Rivals, Partners in Asia
With the Six Party Talks to denuclearise North Korea once again on the ropes and the world reeling from a deepening financial crisis, the United States is looking to China for help.