Resuming inter-Korean hotline communications: What it means
Dormant inter-Korean diplomacy will increase in intensity, but scheduled USFK drills could pose a hurdle for Seoul
ANALYSIS & REPORTS
NK Pro briefing: Humanitarian aid and the civil environment of North Korea
Former North Korea aid worker, travel guide weigh in on major risks in the event of a nationwide crisis
North Korea’s five-year strategy set outlandish targets for economic growth
Officials aimed for 79% growth in some sectors, but the country’s own data shows it fell far short of this goal
DPRK-flagged carrier tied to coal exports visits China’s Longkou port in July
Bulk carrier and three North Korea-flagged cargo ships sailed to port this month, though purpose of visits unclear
No more defectors? What the drop in numbers means for North Korea and the world
Circumstances in the DPRK are dire, and lack of new arrivals cuts off key information source
Overtaxed cell network and shoddy construction pose risks in North Korea
Poor infrastructure is a potential obstacle to humanitarian work, but the country's people could contribute in a crisis
North Korea-linked firm offering expanded range of radio hardware online
Glocom Corp’s website offerings have increased in 2021 despite U.N. sanctions pressure
Tobacco leads North Korean imports from China in June amid anemic trade
The commodity surpassed goods like rubber, chemicals and oil as the DPRK limits trade due to COVID-19
Power, fuel, and roads: North Korea’s severe infrastructure risks
Problems in electricity, fuel supply, poor roads and antiquated vehicles could complicate future humanitarian operations
How North Korea’s poor infrastructure could compound devastation in a disaster
Problems in water supply, food security, health care and agriculture could complicate future humanitarian operations
North Korean imports from China creep up, but remain well below pre-COVID levels
Customs data shows North Korean imports reached $12.3 million in June after falling below $3 million in May
North Korean documents suggest economy worse off than previously known
DPRK’s Five-year Economic Strategy suggests country never fully recovered from ‘90s collapse, population has declined
Congress can set the Biden administration up for success with North Korea
Ending the Korean War would help address the concerns and priorities of many Americans impacted by the ongoing conflict
Kim family using newly-remodeled ‘amusement park’ boat on east coast: imagery
Secluded mansion sees first activity since 2019, suggesting North Korean leader may be in Wonsan again
Changes to North Korea’s military leadership on display during mausoleum visit
Kim Jong Un’s visit to Kumsusan last week showcased changes suggesting military’s role in 'grave' COVID-19 incident
‘Utopian’ North Korean mining town project underway after years of neglect
Typhoons wrecked ore-rich Komdok region in past decade, but now satellite imagery reveals major construction in progress
Amid North Korean food ‘crisis,’ signs of possible humanitarian aid imports
Two inbound shipments of possible humanitarian aid detected in May and June 2021 satellite imagery
North Korea human rights activists in South Korea struggle under Moon Jae-in
The government’s pro-engagement policy has increased pressure on South Korean NGOs, as financial challenges linger
How North Korea received millions in Namibia constructing a ‘white elephant’
Newly revealed documents reveal waste and fraud of DPRK firm subcontracted to build country’s state house in 2000s
Brazil is one of North Korea’s few friends in the world
The only country in the Americas with embassies in North and South Korea has expanded ties with DPRK since 2001
North Korea in June 2021: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from June 1, 2021 to June 30, 2021
ANALYSIS & REPORTS
NK Pro briefing: Humanitarian aid and the civil environment of North Korea
Former North Korea aid worker, travel guide weigh in on major risks in the event of a nationwide crisis
North Korea’s five-year strategy set outlandish targets for economic growth
Officials aimed for 79% growth in some sectors, but the country’s own data shows it fell far short of this goal
DPRK-flagged carrier tied to coal exports visits China’s Longkou port in July
Bulk carrier and three North Korea-flagged cargo ships sailed to port this month, though purpose of visits unclear
No more defectors? What the drop in numbers means for North Korea and the world
Circumstances in the DPRK are dire, and lack of new arrivals cuts off key information source
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- 01Resuming inter-Korean hotline communications: What it means
- 02NK Pro briefing: Humanitarian aid and the civil environment of North Korea
- 03North Korea’s five-year strategy set outlandish targets for economic growth
- 04No more defectors? What the drop in numbers means for North Korea and the world
- 05Overtaxed cell network and shoddy construction pose risks in North Korea
- 06Power, fuel, and roads: North Korea’s severe infrastructure risks
- 07How North Korea’s poor infrastructure could compound devastation in a disaster
- 08North Korean documents suggest economy worse off than previously known
- 09Kim family using newly-remodeled ‘amusement park’ boat on east coast: imagery
- 10Changes to North Korea’s military leadership on display during mausoleum visit
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