Edward Howell

Pyongyang’s desire to develop its navy is inextricably tied with the hermit kingdom’s concern with status

It will take time to ascertain whether the slight increase in the fertility rate is an aberration or a result of policy

It is vital that the West takes the threat seriously

In international relations, alliances matter — particularly during a time of ‘polycrisis’

The North Korean leader remains steadfast in his goal for North Korea to gain international recognition as a nuclear-armed state