NK PRO Briefing
South Korea’s Political Crisis and Its Impact on North Korea Policy
TIME: 8:00 - 9:30 A.M. (KST)
WHERE: Four Seasons Hotel, Seoul
* In-person participation is exclusively available for NK PRO and Korea Pro subscribers only
* Only 28 in-person seats are available
* Breakfast will be served during the event
For VIPs and members of Korea Risk Group services:
Join renowned experts Andrei Lankov, a leading authority on North Korean studies, and Jumin Lee, a U.S.-based attorney and contributing analyst at Korea Pro specializing in political analysis.
In this exclusive session, our speakers will provide unique insights into how the current political turbulence could reshape South Korea’s North Korea policy.
Disclaimer: This event is independently organized by Korea Risk Group and is not affiliated with or funded by any government entities.
🇰🇷 Key insights from South Korea’s Political Crisis
Delve into the immediate implications of the impeachment process, upcoming electoral dynamics and the potential realignment of political forces that could fundamentally alter South Korea’s domestic and foreign policy trajectory.
🇰🇵 North Korea Policy in Transition
Explore how leadership changes and political shifts might impact South Korea’s stance toward North Korea, including potential adjustments to sanctions policies, humanitarian assistance and diplomatic engagement strategies.
🚨 Regional Security Implications
Examine how South Korea’s political transformation could affect its relationships with key regional players and its approach to North Korea’s denuclearization, with particular focus on changing security dynamics and diplomatic initiatives.
Our Speakers:
The following NK PRO guests and team will be participating in the briefing:
ANDREI LANKOV (Professor, Kookmin University)
Andrei Lankov is a Director at NK News and writes exclusively for the site as one of the world's leading authorities on North Korea. A graduate of Leningrad State University, he attended Pyongyang's Kim Il Sung University from 1984-5. In addition to his writing, he is also a Professor at Kookmin University.
JUMIN LEE (Partner, Bird Marella)
Jumin Lee is a native South Korean and a U.S. trial lawyer practicing at Los Angeles-based law firm Bird Marella. He is a contributing analyst at Korea Pro, where he provides analysis on legal and political issues. His commentary has also been featured in domestic and international outlets such as the BBC, The Economist, Donga Ilbo, TBS and Ohymynews. He is the author of Why Anti-Discrimination Law?, a book which examines proposals for comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation in South Korea.Moderated by:
JEONGMIN KIM (Editorial Director, Korea Pro & Lead Correspondent, NK News)
Jeongmin Kim is the Lead Correspondent at NK News and Editorial Director at KOREA PRO, based in Seoul. Kim covers inter-Korean relations and North and South Korean foreign and military affairs. Kim has covered the 2022 ROK presidential election on the ground, and prior to joining NK News, she worked for the CSIS Korea Chair in Washington D.C. and Reuters news agency’s Seoul bureau.Apply now to attend
When and Where?
Date & Time: Wed, March 5, 2025 / 8:00 - 9:30 A.M. (KST)
Location: Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
For: Invited and approved guests only
* In-person participation is exclusively available for NK PRO and Korea Pro subscribers only
* Only 28 in-person seats are available
* Breakfast will be served during the event
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