North Korean Talks Revive Russia's Pacific Push

A North Korean special delegation has returned from a week-long visit to Russia amid reports that Moscow and Pyongyang may be planning a summit meeting in 2015. The two countries will likely continue expanding economic cooperation, including transportation and energy infrastructure development that will link Russia and North Korea to South Korea. While historical tensions and other regional powers will continue to challenge and compete with Moscow's vision, these increasing connections will define Russia's expanding strategy in the Pacific region.