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North Korea: Kim Jong Un and Kim Yo Jong’s First Messages to Japan

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North Korea: Kim Jong Un and Kim Yo Jong’s First Messages to Japan

Kim Yo Jong, vice department director of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea (WPK) and the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has traditionally been critical of both the United States and South Korea. On February 15, she turned her attention to Japan and issued a message. In response … Read more

North Korea Unsettles Kishida Government

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North Korea Unsettles Kishida Government

Advertisement Three notable events involving North Korea recently has left the Japanese government of Kishida Fumio feeling somewhat unsettled. First, North Korea notified the Japan Coast Guard of its plan to launch a military reconnaissance satellite. A resolution adopted by the International Maritime Organization assembly requires member states to provide prior notification to coordinating countries … Read more