Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
More than just North Korean threats are driving ROK support for nuke submarines
Once a progressive cause, conservatives have taken up banner amid concern about Taiwan risks and declining US power
May 28, 2025
A fragile calm holds with North Korea — but don’t mistake it for stability
While escalation risks have subsided, a US failure to engage or continuation of Ukraine war could alter DPRK’s calculus
May 26, 2025
Why Trump’s approach to Iran nuclear talks could reinforce North Korean distrust
DPRK will be closely watching Washington’s tactics, but threats won’t sway a Kim regime in a stronger position than ever
May 22, 2025
Why North Korea’s striking new air-to-air missile likely betrays Russian help
Even the South hasn’t produced a comparable capability, but experts emphasize the DPRK air force still lags far behind
May 21, 2025
Every company that joined North Korea’s not-so-international spring trade fair
NK Pro finds nearly 100 DPRK firms participated in first event in 6 years, including likely sanctioned joint ventures
May 21, 2025
Navigating uncertainty: How Lee Jae-myung could overhaul North Korea policy
Seoul could push to revive DPRK engagement, perhaps with China’s help, but faces growing US pressure to confront Beijing
May 19, 2025
North Korea puts finishing touches on Wonsan Kalma resort ahead of June opening
Analysis of satellite imagery reveals road expansion and heavy vehicle activity, alongside unusual railway demolition
North Korea poised to test more weapons in months ahead as 5-year deadline looms
‘Super-large’ nuke warhead and submarine-launched ICBM among unfinished items on Kim Jong Un’s military wishlist
May 13, 2025
Presidential rivals offer conflicting visions for North Korea in policy pledges
Lee Jae-myung and Kim Moon-soo both call for strengthening US-ROK alliance but differ on need for nukes and engagement
May 12, 2025
A third front: Japan’s missile buildup challenges North Korea’s defense plans
Tokyo’s embrace of counterstrike capabilities is raising alarm in Pyongyang, forcing strategy rethink beyond US and ROK
May 12, 2025
