| ID | 111154 |
| Title Proper | Causes of North Korean belligerence |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Lee, Dong Sun |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article explains the heightened aggressiveness that North Korea has shown since late 2009. It argues that a combination of militarism and frustration amplified by precarious leadership transition caused Pyongyang's astonishing belligerence. Simultaneously, it calls into question common alternative accounts pointing to either excessive or insufficient engagement or a presumably uncontrolled military as the primary cause for North Korean hostility. In addition, the article argues that North Korean aggressiveness is channelled towards South Korea (rather than the United States) and particularly its western maritime frontier, because there are especially acute grievances in that region and safer grounds for implementing militaristic policy. |
| `In' analytical Note | Australian Journal of International Affairs Vol. 66, No.2; Apr 2012: p.103-120 |
| Journal Source | Australian Journal of International Affairs Vol. 66, No.2; Apr 2012: p.103-120 |
| Key Words | Leadership ; North Korea ; Use of Force |