Analysis
Latest NK Pro analysis related to the DPRK
North Korean TV erasing Kim Jong Un’s Supreme Commander emblem
Scene deletion, obscuring of emblem beginning in February may relate to 2019 constitutional change
May 22, 2020
What the latest U.S. sanctions advisory means for North Korean operations at sea
Expected action by industry players will likely further isolate the DPRK from access to international shipping
May 21, 2020
Managing risk: what happens in the event of Kim Jong Un’s unexpected death?
In the absence of a clear successor, the North Korean leader's sudden passing could spark instability within the country
May 19, 2020
After Kim Jong Un’s early May reappearance, luxury boat replaced at Wonsan villa
Moves could be sign of North Korean leader’s return to Wonsan as third large luxury barge enters repair docks
May 14, 2020
North Korea’s changing economy: the view from the markets
Amid a wider crackdown on private activity, it appears there is ongoing discussion on the role of markets in the country
May 13, 2020
North Korean media: an introduction
A tour d’horizon of the North Korean media landscape
May 12, 2020
North Korea’s new ballistic missile support facility at Sil-li: key takeaways
New analysis offers important insights into Pyongyang's potential future missile basing decisions
May 8, 2020
View from Jingshan: Kim Jong Un’s rumored health issues spark interest in China
Despite some likely censorship, there was still speculation on Kim's health on the other side of the Great Firewall
May 7, 2020
MSG nation: monosodium glutamate remains an “essential” good in North Korea
Monosodium glutamate consumption is historically ubiquitous and remains a top imported product
May 7, 2020
How North Korean media responds to rumors about Kim Jong Un’s health
Past cases show DPRK media does not respond to international speculation, but is able to report genuine health issues
May 6, 2020
