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North Korea’s July Politburo meeting: what was discussed and why it matters
The meeting's main focus was COVID-19, but it appears a number of promotions were made as well
Sitting above rank: the rise of Ri Pyong Chol, Pak Jong Chon, and the military
Seating arrangements at recent high-profile political meetings suggest the military's growing influence in North Korea
After a long silence, the Rodong Sinmun revives commentaries on foreign policy
Commentaries had disappeared by October 2019, but have come back recently, discussing Hong Kong and leaflet launches
At North Korean military meeting, nuclear and personnel issues take precedence
The 4th Enlarged Meeting of the Seventh CMC prioritized national defense, while also seeing some important promotions
The leader’s visits to Kumsusan palace: evolving patterns under Kim Jong Un
Precedent suggests the leader's absence last week, while unusual, may not be that significant
North Korea’s Supreme People’s Assembly meets: new laws and notable promotions
The rubber-stamp parliament's first session this year saw officials approve three new laws
Shifting sands: hints of a diminished role for long-time technocrat O Su Yong
Veteran economic policymaker may have been demoted from ruling party Central Committee, analysis suggests
Inside North Korea’s growing insurance industry: a look at the key players
Company websites offer some insights into an increasingly competitive market
