The Jangmadang of Sino-NK, emblematic of its North Korean namesake, serves as a marketplace for ideas, representing a distinctive approach towards disseminating scholarly and empirically grounded perspectives on critical issues pertinent to East Asia. Managed by the staff of Sino-NK, this platform offers concise but timely insights into contemporary research debates and news.

Ethnic Korean Civil Society in Post-Soviet Space: No Arms to Ukraine

By | April 26, 2023

Civil society representing ethnic Koreans in Central Asia and Russia issue joint statement opposing ROK weapons sales to Ukraine.

Three Realisms: China, Japan and South Korea’s Differing Approaches to Ukraine

By | April 17, 2023

Northeast Asian countries approach the war in Ukraine from three different realist perspectives. This could also shape how they approach a crisis in Taiwan.

Faded Sunshine From Kyiv to Korea

By | April 10, 2023

Post-Cold War engagement has failed, the ROK must join the fight for liberal democracy, says ROK civil society figure.

North Korean Missile Tests and Northeast Asia’s Evolving Security Architecture

By | April 05, 2023

Sino-NK pits North Korea’s missile bonanza against US-South Korean drills and a more muscular Japan.

Logistical Realities Behind North Korean Weapons Shipments to Russia

By | April 04, 2023

Ukrainian military analyst: logistical realities undermine efficacy of North Korean arms deliveries to Russia.