Andrei Lankov

Dmitri Alperovitch hosts Andrei Lankov, a North Korea expert and professor, alongside Sergey Radchenko, a Cold War historian. They discuss the dire threats from North Korea's nuclear ambitions and the potential for a second Korean War. The conversation covers the intricacies of North Korea's relationships with China and Russia, revealing China's growing frustrations. Lankov shares insights on life under the regime, including the extensive surveillance, the realities of prison camps, and the surprising role of technology and female empowerment in this repressive society.

Experts discuss Putin's recent visits to North Korea and Vietnam, highlighting the alliance implications, military assistance talks, and geopolitical dynamics. They explore Putin's strategy against Western hegemony, challenges of dealing with North Korea's nuclear program, and the potential addition of Russia to the state sponsor of terrorism list.