Analysis
Latest NK Pro analysis related to the DPRK
U.S.-ROK military cost-sharing negotiations: a history and lessons for the future
U.S. should remember the alliance's strategic value when pursuing the 11th SMA deal
October 2, 2019
North Korea in September 2019: a month in review and what’s ahead
An analytic look at the main developments of the September 1-30 period
October 2, 2019
Progress slow at China’s largest new customs port on its border with North Korea
Sanctions may have slowed project's pace, but scope reflects regions plans for cross-border trade
September 30, 2019
The September 14 drone attack on Saudi oil fields: North Korea’s potential role
Pyongyang's ties to Iran and Houthi rebels in Yemen are well-documented
September 29, 2019
North Korean party daily calls national defense “number one” priority
A Rodong Sinmun article emphasizing defense capabilities appears to signal yet another shift
September 27, 2019
Timeline: From North Korean missile testing to a “new method” in diplomacy
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from August 1 - September 24
September 27, 2019
North Korean reported oil imports up year on year: UN data
Though reported shipments are just a fraction of probable illicit inflows
September 27, 2019
Who is Kim Myong Gil, North Korea’s new chief negotiator with the U.S.?
Former officials paint a picture of an "honest broker" able to play hardball if needed
September 26, 2019
Pyongyang Autumn Trade Fair (2019): The full exhibitor list
360 firms participating in this week’s expo – but who are they?
September 24, 2019
North Korea maintains subtle anti-U.S. rhetoric, despite diplomatic overtures
The party daily keeps up low-level criticism as DPRK withholds positive developments from the domestic public
September 23, 2019
