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The security surrounding the Korean Peninsula has mainly focused on resolving the nuclear problem, deterring military conflict, and enhancing national security. However, in recent years, the importance of non-traditional security agendas such as hunger, health, and environment is gradually increasing. The COVID-19 pandemic clearly shows that the widespread nature of the virus can threaten the safety of countries and the lives of citizens across national boundaries, revealing the importance of understanding and responding to the new security crisis on the Korean Peninsula. It is estimated that the food and health conditions in North Korea have worsened as borders are controlled and imported goods have become difficult to obtain in the wake of COVID-19. This article argues that, for sustaining peace on the Korean Peninsula, we should pay more attention to human, health, and environmental security for people’s security, livelihood, and dignity. Given the impact of COVID-19 on human development, hunger, and health, there is a need for South Korea to establish a new model for inter-Korean cooperation to alleviate the humanitarian situation in North Korea.
