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The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
On June 13th, Israel launched attacks on several military and nuclear facilities in Iran, marking the beginning of a 12-day war between the two countries. The United States followed with targeted strikes on Iranian nuclear sites to prevent Iran from becoming a nuclear power and posing a threat to regional and global stability. China's involvement in the conflict was limited to condemning the Israeli and US use of military force and calling for de-escalation. Beijing offered only rhetorical support for Tehran. To discuss what the Israel-Iran war reveals about China's relationship with Iran, its evolving strategy in the Middle East, and the broader implications for US-China competition, we are joined by Yun Sun on the podcast today. Yun is a Senior Fellow, co-Director of the East Asia Program and Director of the China Program at the Stimson Center. Her recent piece in The Wire China entitled “How China Sees Iran's Future” offers provides a nuanced take on Beijing's calculus during and after the war. Timestamps[00:00] Start[01:34] China's Diplomatic Strategy Toward the Middle East[05:00] A Limited Chinese Response and China's Regional Role[08:19] Chinese Perceptions of Iran's External Strategic Blunders[15:00] Trickling Chinese Investment into Iran[20:10] Chinese Concerns About a Nuclearized Iran[25:09] Implications of the Israel-Iran War for China's Energy Security[32:04] Trump's Response Shaping Chinese Views of the United States
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
Professor Mitsuhito Mimura, a leading Japanese expert on the North Korean economy, joins this week's podcast for an in-depth discussion on the DPRK's economic resilience, shifting trade patterns and deepening ties with China and Russia. With over 35 trips to North Korea under his belt, Mimura shares rare insights into how Pyongyang sustains infrastructure growth under heavy sanctions, how unofficial coal exports to China support both formal and informal sectors and how military and economic cooperation with Moscow could shape the North's trajectory. He also weighs in on Japan's view of the emerging China-Russia-DPRK axis and what it could mean for Tokyo's future engagement with Pyongyang. Mitsuhiro Mimura is a leading Japanese expert on the North Korean economy and regional integration in Northeast Asia. Currently a professor at the Economic and Social Research Institute for Northeast Asia, University of Niigata Prefecture, he previously served as a senior research fellow at the Economic Research Institute for Northeast Asia. About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists. NK News subscribers can listen to this and other exclusive episodes from their preferred podcast player by accessing the private podcast feed. For more detailed instructions, please see the step-by-step guide at nknews.org/private-feed.
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
The latest news from home and abroad, with a close eye on Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula in particular
In this episode of Supply Chain Secrets, guest host Don Davis and Lars Jensen unpack the latest ripple effects across global shipping. From the unfolding Israel-Iran conflict and misinformation surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, to erratic Trans-Pacific freight rates and spot rate premiums from Northeast Asia, they break down what's real, what's noise, and what it means for shippers. Plus, they explore how U.S.-China tariff confusion and European port congestion could reshape peak season planning. Amid all the volatility, one thing is clear: the supply chain is strained—but still standing.