North Korean defections to South Korea reach 105 in first half of 2024
South Korean officials, highlights a steady influx of North Korean defectors seeking refuge and freedom in the South.
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Defection and Desperation Inside the Plight of North Korean Overseas Defectors
North Korean overseas assignments, traditionally viewed as strategic deployments to maintain loyalty and monitor dissent, have become catalysts for defection due to dismal living standards and stringent ideological controls.
Seoul shares dip 1.42% amidst foreign sell-off
The session opened with cautious optimism, but early trading quickly turned sour as foreign investors opted to offload their holdings.
Rival parties wrangle over Yoon’s impeachment petition at parliamentary hearing
The DP, bolstered by its majority status in the assembly, cited alleged ethical breaches and abuses of power by Yoon as grounds for his removal from office. They pointed to controversies surrounding Yoon's handling of high-profile cases and his contentious relationship with the government, accusing him of undermining judicial integrity.
Russia and North Korea plan child exchange for summer camps
The first group of Russian children is scheduled to depart for North Korea at the end of July.
Putin makes stopover in far East before high-stakes North Korea Summit
The meeting comes amid ongoing tensions on the Korean Peninsula and Russia's continued involvement in the Ukraine conflict.
Tensions rise as North Korea sends garbage-filled balloons to the South
The practice of using balloons for propaganda purposes is a longstanding tradition between the Koreas.
Japan and South Korea improve relations to address regional threats despite geopolitical challenges
Japan and South Korea have made significant strides towards improving their relations to address regional threats, with efforts led by ROK President Yoon Suk Yeol and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, despite various geopolitical challenges.
Korea lifts anti-dumping tariff on Japanese stainless steel bars
Korea's Trade Commission has announced the decision to terminate the anti-dumping tariff imposed on Japanese stainless steel bars since 2004.
Inside North Korea’s arsenal: P’okp’ung-ho main battle tank specifications, variant upgrades and its role in military operations
Using technology from T-62, T-72, and Ch'onma-ho MBTs, the P'okp'ung-ho is a formidable main battle tank from North Korea. It is a powerful weaponry vehicle with a 12-cylinder diesel engine that can reach 60 km/h. It weighs 44.3 tonnes and is outfitted with explosive reactive armour.
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