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Lee Jae-myung's leadership aims to strengthen the 'Korean Peninsula Coexistence Process' next year... However, the card to lead the situation is uncertain.

China's arms white paper: 'Denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula' disappears... The North smiles, while the North presents a 'variable'.

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The presidential office has announced plans to actively pursue dialogue with North Korea in the new year, aiming to launch a Korean Peninsula Coexistence Process. Having successfully stabilized relations with the U.S., Japan, and China this year, the

China's recent military white paper, released after a 19-year hiatus, has omitted the phrase denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, signaling a significant shift in regional dynamics surrounding North Korea's nuclear ambitions. This change could e

As the Lee Jae Myung administration marks its six-month milestone, the presidential office has touted significant achievements in foreign diplomacy and national security. Analysts note that following the successful conclusion of the U.S.-South Korea

Lee administration promotes inter-Korean dialogue based on diplomatic achievements for six months... 'more effort' in real estate and industrial accidents.

The Presidential Office announced on December 7 plans to intensify the peace and coexistence process on the Korean Peninsula starting next year. Given North Korea's lack of response to dialogue efforts, the strategy aims to find a breakthrough for pe

Presidential office: "Pushing to resume dialogue with the US... We are not directly considering the US-ROK drills card."

Experts unanimously agreed on December 5 that promoting health and medical cooperation between North and South Korea requires engaging in multilateral collaboration involving international organizations and third countries. At the Current and Future

"Inter-Korean health and medical cooperation... should be resolved multilaterally, including international organizations and third countries."

Kim Jong Un, General Secretary of North Korea's ruling Workers' Party, recently toured local industrial factories in Sinyang, Pukchang, and Unsan counties to evaluate the progress of this year's regional development initiatives. On December 5, the pa

Kim Jong-un visits local industrial factories in succession for the year-end.

On December 6, North Korea's ruling Workers' Party newspaper Rodong Sinmun extensively promoted the achievements of the New Era Rural Revolution Program. The paper highlighted increased grain production, a shift in residents' dietary habits towards r

The 'New Rural Revolution Code' is showing positive results... Paper and medicine factories are being built in various locations.

The police have decided not to pursue charges against the National Election Commission (NEC) despite the agency's failure to take action after receiving notifications from the National Intelligence Service (NIS) about North Korean hacking attempts. O

Police close complaint case without charge, stating "National Election Commission failed to notify of hacking."

The Seoul High Prosecutors' Office has launched efforts to detain Ahn Boo-soo, former chairman of the Asia-Pacific Peace Exchange Association, and ex-executives of the Ssangbangwool Group. This move is part of the ongoing investigation into the Ssang

Arrest warrant requested for Ahn Bu-soo, a witness in the "Ssangbangwool North Korea remittance" case... Investigation expands to persuade him to testify.

A monument honoring North Korean troops who repelled Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region is set to be erected, according to a report by NK News, a U.S.-based media outlet focusing on North Korea, on December 6. Kursk Governor Alexander Hinshtei

"A monument to North Korean soldiers' participation in the war is planned to be built in Kursk, Russia.

Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS), a major U.S. pharmaceutical company, is facing a hefty 6.7 billion USD lawsuit from former Celgene shareholders. A federal court has ruled that the trial must proceed, addressing allegations that BMS deliberately delayed d

North Korea prominently featured an article on the front page of the Rodong Sinmun, emphasizing the state's full responsibility for orphans and the elderly. This move serves to highlight Kim Jong Un's people-loving leadership while reinforcing intern

Ahead of the 9th Workers' Party Congress, the focus is on "loving the people"... A drive for "unity" ahead of big events.

The government announced on Thursday that it is not considering linking the repatriation of South Korean citizens detained in North Korea with the issue of unconverted long-term prisoners. A Unification Ministry official met with reporters that day a

The government stated that it is not considering "linking" the repatriation of detainees and long-term prisoners who have not converted.

North Korea's evolving media landscape was revealed, showcasing the use of ChatGPT in universities and mobile phone ownership by one in four residents. The Korea Media and Communications Commission, Korea Information Society Development Institute, an

"Using ChatGPT at universities... 1 in 4 residents own a mobile phone."

On Thursday, tensions persisted within the government between the self-reliant faction, which emphasizes inter-Korean relations through dialogue, and the alliance faction, which prioritizes diplomatic ties with the U.S. and international community in

Territorial Revision Push for North Korea Talks Sparks Factional Clash in Seoul’s Security Debate

The Vietnamese Embassy in North Korea hosted an exhibition and banquet to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two nations. On Thursday, the Workers' Party's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, reported on its fourth page that a ph

75th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Vietnam and Japan... "Relationships Develop in accordance with Socialist Ideology"

Defense experts suggest that for South Korea to win the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP), a 60 trillion KRW (about 40.7 billion USD) contract to build 12 submarines, it needs to broaden its joint response with Canada in the Indo-Pacific strat

Canada's perception of North Korea has changed... A "middle power network" must be formed to catch the "60 trillion won submarine."

The issue of repatriating South Korean citizens detained in North Korea has resurfaced following President Lee Jae Myung's press conference with foreign media. While the government asserts its commitment to actively resolving this matter by improving

The issue of abductees and detainees has been reignited... North Korea negotiations are difficult due to the severance between the two Koreas.

Kim Jong Un, the General Secretary of North Korea's Workers' Party, recently toured several local industrial plants in South Pyongan Province, including those in Sinyang, Pukchang, and Unsan counties. The visits were aimed at assessing the progress o

Kim Jong Un Tours Local Factories, Including Sinyang, Pukchang, and Unsan, Vowing a "Revolution in Local Industry"

Reports have surfaced that the South Korean military's psychological warfare unit allegedly distributed anti-North Korean leaflets without notifying higher command prior to the December 3 emergency martial law declaration. According to the Ministry o

Defense Ministry Investigates Military Psychological Warfare Unit Over Anti-North Leaflet Allegations; Current and Former Colonels Included

On Wednesday, President Lee Jae Myung addressed the Yoon Suk Yeol administration's distribution of anti-North Korean leaflets. He expressed his belief that an apology might be warranted but admitted hesitating to speak out, fearing it could be miscon

President Lee's Response to Question on Yoon Gov't's Anti-North Leaflets Apology: "My Cover Is Blown"

On Tuesday, President Lee Jae Myung declared that reviving the inter-Korean dialogue, which has been suspended for seven years, would mark the beginning of a new era of peaceful coexistence between North and South Korea. President Lee made this state

"Time to Revive Dialogue Stalled for 7 Years": President Lee Proposes Restoring S./N. Korea Contact Channels

Analysts suggest that North Korea's economy is evolving into a unique hybrid model, blending elements of a planned economy with market utilization. This shift comes in response to international sanctions and the COVID-19 pandemic. The new approach em

"North Korea: 10 Years of Sanctions Result in 'Tighter Control' and Shift to 'Hybrid Economic Model'"

On May 13, 2006, the author joined JoongAng Ilbo's reporting team for lunch at the Arirang Restaurant along the Taedong River in North Korea. At the entrance, an advertisement caught the eye, promoting the Silri card issued by the Northeast Asia Bank

Electronic Payments Take Root in Daily Life[Jeong Chang-hyun’s Reading North Korea]

North Korea has prominently commemorated the sixth anniversary of Kim Jong Un's Mount Paektu horseback march. The ruling party's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, featured a front-page article titled, Understanding Baekdu's Biting Wind is Essential

North Korean Media Highlights 6th Anniversary of 'Mount Paektu Military Horse March' and Completion of Hamhung Stadium [Daily NK]

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended the 80th anniversary celebration of the Air Force, known as Aviation Day. During the event, he announced plans to equip the Air Force with new strategic military assets and assign it significant missions. Acco

Kim Jong-un Signals New Strategic Assets and Missions for Air Force; Ju Ae Reappears After 90 Days

Upbit, South Korea's largest cryptocurrency exchange, fell victim to a hack resulting in the theft of approximately 445 billion KRW (about 302.6 million USD) worth of Solana-related digital assets. Authorities have launched an investigation, with Nor

“Upbit Hackers Move to Cash Out 44.5 Billion Won in Crypto—North Korea Behind It Again?”

The government is pursuing a plan to use the Inter-Korean Cooperation Fund more flexibly, a fund that has remained largely dormant due to strained relations between North and South Korea. Despite an annual budget allocation of 1 trillion KRW (approxi

The government is exploring the possibility of diversion of the cooperation fund, which is tied up due to strained inter-Korean relations.

A major security breach occurred on Thursday at Upbit, South Korea's largest cryptocurrency exchange, resulting in the theft of approximately 44.5 billion KRW (approximately 33.37 million USD) worth of digital assets. While specifics about the wallet

Upbit hacked into a 44.5 billion won cryptocurrency... "Suspected mastermind behind it."

Samsung Electronics' Advanced Institute of Technology (SAIT) researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize power consumption in the AI era. They've identified a mechanism to slash power usage in existing NAND flash memory

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China's arms white paper: 'Denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula' disappears... The North smiles, while the North presents a 'variable'.

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The Greatest Christmas Drop: Allied Forces Join Hands To Deliver Hope To The World's Most Isolated Islands

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DOMESTIC

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Freedom Shield 2025: U.S. and South Korea Maintain Exercises, Suspend Live-Fire Training

WORLD

North Korea’s Nuclear Submarine: A New Threat to the U.S. and South Korea

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NORTHKOREA

Lee Jae-myung's leadership aims to strengthen the 'Korean Peninsula Coexistence Process' next year... However, the card to lead the situation is uncertain.

China's arms white paper: 'Denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula' disappears... The North smiles, while the North presents a 'variable'.

ECONOMY

"Apple reclaims the top spot in smartphone sales after 14 years, thanks to the popularity of the iPhone 17."

"TSMC is busy chasing after them, but Intel is also joining in"... Samsung Foundry's '2nm' is crucial.

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"Did they intentionally delay the approval of new drugs to avoid giving money?"... BMS is held back by a $6.7 billion lawsuit.

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