Pt. I. Theorizing comprehensive engagement -- 1. The concepts of containment and engagement -- 2. Does comprehensive engagement exist in international politics? -- 3. The conceptual framework of comprehensive engagement -- Pt. II. Operationalizing comprehensive engagement -- 4. Hyundai projects and the Inter-Korean summit : a by-product or a buy-out? -- 5. North Korea's nuclear ambitions : a bargaining chip or a bargaining goal?