Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
What to make of North Korea and Vietnam’s push to bolster military ties
While Hanoi seeks limited cooperation, it’s loath to jeopardize ties with key partners through alliance with Pyongyang
September 26, 2024
Fraying ties: Quantifying the apparent deterioration in DPRK-China relations
NK Pro analysis of open-source data shows turbulence in Pyongyang-Beijing ties which may have far-reaching implications
September 20, 2024
Why South Korea going nuclear could spell good news for North Korea
While supporters argue WMDs would enhance ROK security, DPRK may reap unintended benefits from having nuclear neighbor
September 19, 2024
With 20×10 policy, Kim Jong Un seizes control of local development from regions
North Korea has abandoned bottom-up approach, but new top-down strategy is likely dependent on arms sales to Russia
September 18, 2024
Guards held guns over soldiers to protect Kim Jong Un in sign of security fears
SWAT-like personnel at live-fire special ops drill suggest North Korean leader boosted security in case of rogue attack
September 17, 2024
Name game: Decoding the dizzying diversity of monikers for North Korean hackers
DPRK secrecy has bred taxonomic confusion, with different researchers using different names for even same threat groups
September 17, 2024
Kim Jong Un reviewed plan to attack South Korean missile command HQ, photos show
NK Pro analysis finds North Korean leader looked at old satellite images of HQ as part of infiltration forces training
September 16, 2024
Why Kim Jong Un’s uranium enrichment inspection may have little to do with US
Experts divided on purpose of visit, citing domestic priorities, deterrence and US election as potential drivers
September 16, 2024
Kim Jong Un’s tour of secret uranium enrichment site sends nuclear message to US
Rare glimpse into WMD program showcases North Korea’s ability to expand arsenal, and its ‘irreversible’ nuclear status
September 13, 2024
North Korea appears to confirm existence of second uranium enrichment plant
Nuke facility toured by Kim Jong Un is likely Kangson site near Pyongyang, analysis by James Martin Center suggests
September 13, 2024
