Opinion | Was Kim Jong-un’s China visit an economic lifeline for Dandong? Not quite, but there may still be a bridge to build

Chinese hopes for development of northeastern provinces through North Korean cooperation were once too ambitious, but aren’t necessarily dead now.

17 Jan 2019 - 8:02PM

Chinese hopes for development of northeastern provinces through North Korean cooperation were once too ambitious, but aren’t necessarily dead now.

Was Kim Jong-un’s China visit an economic lifeline for Dandong? Not quite, but there may still be a bridge to build

North Korean women lead the way, whether at the Olympics or in the economy

It should not be overlooked that North Korea is using a female presence – from the leader’s sister to the hockey team and cheerleaders – to make a positive impression at the Olympics, as women matter more and more to its future

15 Feb 2018 - 11:21PM

It should not be overlooked that North Korea is using a female presence – from the leader’s sister to the hockey team and cheerleaders – to make a positive impression at the Olympics, as women matter more and more to its future