Topic: Daniel Pinkston
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Why Thailand has become a popular path to freedom for North Korean defectors
A growing number of North Korean defectors are crossing illegally into Thailand via a new 'underground railroad' because Thailand processes defectors and sends them to South Korea quickly.
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North and South Korea: Path to six-party talks rocky, but still open
Without six-party talks, there will be no opportunity to dissuade North Korea from testing another nuclear device. The US is trying to keep the conversation open.
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North Korea refrains from retaliation after South Korea artillery drill
North Korea had threatened a harsh response if South Korea went ahead with military exercises in disputed waters Monday. But it could still take action, experts say.
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Why only North Korea may be ready for six-party talks
North Korea leader Kim Jong-il confirmed his readiness to rejoin six-party talks after a visit to China last week. But the US, Japan, and South Korea want to see key steps first.
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North Korea threatens to attack ships; South Korea holds navy drills
Separately, the chief US military commander in South Korea criticized the North over the sinking of the South Korean warship.
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Clinton's North Korea trip spurs hope – and unease – in Asia
Bill Clinton spoke to Kim Jong-il about detained South Koreans and missing Japanese citizens. But N. Korea's neighbors are skeptical of any move away from six-party framework for dialogue.
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North Korean ship poses challenge for US allies along its route
Thailand and Singapore have longstanding military ties with America but also trade with Burma, where the vessel is headed.
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How big a threat is North Korea?
Q&A: Kim Jong Il's drive to make his nation a nuclear power and how that threatens Asian neighbors.
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Obama said N. Korea 'broke the rules.' Now what?
N. Korea's missile launch Sunday complicates the long-term strategy of the US and her Asian allies toward Pyongyang's nuclear program.
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