One observer thinks test might have represented Pyongyang’s attempt to dismiss speculation about regime stability following several high-profile defections
Facility not expected to reopen, say experts, who estimate move could cost firms $1.6 billion; Seoul announced plan Friday to provide financial assistance
South Korean official's comments mark first time country has indicated willingness to shutter inter-Korean industrial complex, which employs 54,000 North Koreans
14.8 percent drop covering most of 2015 appears to reflect troubled relationship between allies; recent Pyongyang nuclear test could make things even worse
US, South Korean military officials say Seoul should consider THAAD system, which is capable of tracking ballistic missiles up to 2,000 kilometers away
Survey shows number of South Koreans who hold negative views of communist neighbor has risen over last decade
Choe Ryong Hae, close aide of Kim Jong Un, may have undergone form of punishment dubbed re-education, according to South Korea's intelligence agency
Country to limit number of its citizens at industrial facility, in response to suspected Pyongyang nuclear test; cutting production may be necessary, Kaesong official says
Seoul will also limit South Koreans' entry to Kaesong Industrial Complex, resume propaganda broadcasts across demilitarized zone
In New Year’s speech Friday, North Korean leader stresses economy, standard of living over country’s military-first politics
Improved ties may help resolve a diplomatic deadlock over Pyongyang’s pursuit of nuclear weapons
Envoys expected to share assessments on security situation in Korean peninsula, discuss ways to revive diplomatic efforts to resolve nuclear threat
Latest move comes at a delicate time, since North Korea is facing growing criticism for its human rights record
State news agency reports Workers’ Party will hold the first congress since 1980 in May
Koreas resumed reunions of families separated by Korean War, raising hope for improved relations between both sides
Anonymous official says resolution to refer North Korean human rights situation to International Criminal Court is being drafted
Liu Yunshan, leading member of China’s Politburo, would be most senior Chinese official to visit Pyongyang since Kim Jong Un took power in late 2011
Pyongyang has ratcheted up its rhetoric, but military officials in Seoul say they have not detected any sign indicating North Korea is preparing a rocket launch
Xi tells reporters Friday that China is opposed to 'any actions that might cause tension in the Korean Peninsula or violate U.N. Security Council resolutions'
Many experts think it's very likely North Korea will fire a long-range rocket in defiance of international opposition; they're not as certain about a nuclear test
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