James Pearson

N Korea replaces soldiers after defector's border dash

N Korea replaces soldiers after defector's border dash

It also fortified a section of its border where a N Korean soldier defected last week.

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How a Malaysian firm helped fund North Korea's leadership

How a Malaysian firm helped fund North Korea's leadership

A bank facing sanctions from the UN is also listed under the said firm, the Malaysia Korea Partners (MKP) conglomerate.

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Authorities inspect N Korean coal ship for possible UN sanctions breach

Authorities inspect N Korean coal ship for possible UN sanctions breach

The Kum Ya was carrying 6,300 tonnes of anthracite coal, and was later allowed to dock.

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North Korea’s only law firm suspends operations amid rising tension

North Korea’s only law firm suspends operations amid rising tension

North Korea has more than 8,000 law graduates, according to an official 2008 census.

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