Category: Analysis
Latest NK Pro analysis related to the DPRK
Wollo-ri: nuclear warhead storage area, manufacturing site, or military academy?
Analyses and sources conflict on what exactly the facilities are being used for
Satellite internet in North Korea: past, present, and future
Despite harsh restrictions, top-down trends will likely spread internet access from the elites to ordinary North Koreans
Six months since border closures, fears of COVID-19 mount in North Korea
Analysis suggests that the DPRK is likely trying to minimize the spread of existing outbreaks
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
How Moon’s diplomatic and security reshuffle may impact North Korea
More than a reshuffle in Seoul is likely needed for substantive progress
From Voice of America to Voice of Trump? The future of U.S. radio in North Korea
In order to effectively bring about change in North Korea, the U.S. must avoid hyper-political programming
Timeline: from rising inter-Korean tensions to a “suspension” of military plans
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from June 1 - June 30
North Korea in June 2020: a month in review and what’s ahead
An analysis of the main developments between June 1 and June 30
Some progress on long-stalled Pyongyang housing blocks under new campaign
Construction comes as Kim Jong Un shifts propaganda priority to living standards over tourist resorts
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
