In the case of North Korea, of course, that means Korean, and whether an analyst can read, write and speak Korean. The latter emphasised the particular – with an implicit acceptance that the humanities, including language studies, were a prerequisite to expertise. Both camps hold strong positions that are encouraged by the breadth of quality in analysis and commentary on North Korea. Language frames analysis, as epitomised by the differing English and Korean language discourse on North Korea. So, can you be an expert on North Korea without speaking Korean?

Source: The North Africa Journal May 04, 2021 20:03 UTC