[NK News Podcast] A canceled Pyongyang marathon, a renamed community and a harsh reality in China

13 Mar 2026

On March 11th, NK News released a podcast featuring Hanna Song, Executive Director of NKDB, to discuss the NGO’s latest report, “The Machinery Behind the Forced Repatriation of North Koreans in China.” She highlighted the systemic nature of these repatriations and explained why the issue remains one of the most persistent and critical human rights concerns facing the escapee community.

Moreover, she shared expert analysis on recent developments, including the adoption of new terminology for North Korean-born residents and the Unification Ministry’s renewed push for a broader peace regime.

You can listen to the full episode HERE.

Read the full report HERE.