북한이탈주민의 실상과 군사적 활용방안 연구 - 북한 급변사태 발생을 대비하여 -

Abstract

The hereditary system led by Kim Jeong-eun is still unstable in North Korea and because of its instability, there is possibility of sudden transitions. Politically, loss of its power can bring about a struggle for supremacy. Also, riots and refugees will increase due to an economic crisis. The purpose of this paper is to promote a better understanding on North Korean defectors' actual condition and find effective ways to collaborate with them strategically when North Korea undergoes sudden changes. North Korean defectors hold a special position since they are naturalized into the Republic of Korea according to the municipal law, but they belong to North Korea under the international law. It is necessary to encourage North Korean defectors to play an important role in Civil-Military operations using their strength and advantage in furnishing information on geographical features or major facilities in North Korea, securing support from North Koreans, and contributing suggestions on various policies. In this paper, the ways of using North Korean defectors are suggested in consideration of different situations. In ordinary circumstances, North Korean defectors can perform as special reserve forces, form an organization in liaison with North Korean administrative district, or engage in activities related to civil affairs. Once a sudden transition takes place in North Korea, they can collaborate strategically in various ways such as: supporting military operations, assisting administrative affairs, or obtaining international cooperation.