North Korea at Japan’s Asian Games: sports diplomacy or propaganda stunt?

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North Korea has announced plans to send a record delegation to the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. The delegation is set to be led by Kim Il-guk, according to state media reports.

Analysts suggest this move could function as a calculated opening for limited diplomacy with Washington and Tokyo. However, significant obstacles to formal talks between the nations remain in place.

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North Korea at Japan’s Asian Games: sports diplomacy or propaganda stunt?

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