North Korea: A Chronology of Events, October 2002-December 2004

Abstract

This report provides a chronology of events relevant to U.S. relations with North Korea from October 2002 through December 31, 2004. The chronology includes significant meetings, events, and statements that shed light on the issues surrounding North Korea's nuclear weapons program. An introductory analysis provides background on U.S. policy preceding October 2002 as well as an overview of developments and dynamics among the major players in the North Korea nuclear dispute: South Korea, Japan, China, Russia, and the United States. Particular attention is paid to the demise of the Agreed Framework, the ongoing six party talks, China's prominent role in the negotiations, inter-Korean relations, and the Japanese abductee issue. Also discussed is Congress role in dealing with North Korea, including the passage of the North Korea Human Rights Act (P.L. 108-333). This report will not be updated.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 24, 2005
Accession Number
ADA461811

Entities

People

  • Emma Chanlett-Avery
  • Helene Marchart
  • Mark E. Manyin

Organizations

  • Library of Congress

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Commerce
  • Economic Sanctions
  • Foreign Relations
  • Fuel Oils
  • Governments
  • Intergovernmental Organizations
  • International Law
  • Law
  • National Politics
  • National Security
  • North Korea
  • Nuclear Energy
  • Nuclear Reactors
  • Nuclear Weapons
  • Treaties
  • United States
  • Weapons Of Mass Destruction

Readers

  • East Asian Political and Security Studies within the Soviet Union
  • International Relations, focusing on Korea-Africa and North Korea-South Korea relations, and Nigeria-Latin American Relations.
  • Technical Research and Report Writing.