REGISTER: https://www.stimson.org/event/north-koreas-foreign-policy/
Kim Jong Un’s recent statements about South Korea and unification have once again raised questions about North Korea’s foreign and South Korea policies and their ultimate goal. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the forging of China-North Korea diplomatic ties, and Putin is expected to make a reciprocal visit to Pyongyang in the coming months, giving Kim ample opportunity to further strengthen ties with Beijing and Moscow. Adding to the complexity are what appear to be mixed signals from North Korea as it seems to shift attention away from national defense to the economy. Where is North Korea headed with key players in the region, and will the outcome of the US presidential election affect Pyongyang’s calculations?