North Korea has alarmed the international community with a flurry of missile launches, and now appears to be preparing to resume nuclear tests. Some experts believe Pyongyang's quest for enhanced military power is a result of the conflict in Ukraine, which has caused a split at the United Nations Security Council, and reaffirmed Pyongyang's conviction that nuclear weapons are essential for deterring an attack by a stronger power. Others suggest leader Kim Jong Un sees military might as key to forcing the US back to the negotiating table. NHK asked a series of experts what the world can expect from Pyongyang in the months and years ahead, and what role Japan can play in an increasingly fraught situation. |
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Title: | North Korea Ramps up Missile Program: Global Divisions Fuel Urge to Arm | |
Air Date: | April 22, 2022 | |
Runtime: | 30 min | |
kchief58 : kchief58 1 points 1 second ago. Excellent series 5-Stars