Analysis
Latest NK Pro analysis related to the DPRK
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
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
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
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 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
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
