Signs of a softening between North and South Korea?

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This week, the cross-border hotline which facilitates communication between North and South Korea was re-established.

Experts believe this move signals North Korea’s willingness to accept aid, rather than the prospect of peace.

North Korea is currently facing mass food shortages due to a struggling agricultural sector and global trade sanctions.

Produced By: Soph Landau

Featured In Story: Dr Leonid Petrov, Senior Lecturer, International College of Management Sydney

First aired on The Wire, Thursday, 29 July 2021