Analysis
Latest NK Pro analysis related to the DPRK
How serious is the food situation in North Korea? The view from the corn market
The data does not indicate that the supply situation has dramatically worsened this year
May 29, 2019
How North Korea’s institutions have responded to the changing role of women
Recent research suggests the state has a lot of catching up to do
May 29, 2019
A shrimp between whales: will North Korea benefit from the U.S.-China trade war?
While the DPRK stands to benefit for now, Sino-U.S. tensions could hamper diplomacy in the long-term
May 24, 2019
How serious is the food situation in North Korea? The view from the rice market
Open-source data suggests that prices remain at a record low, despite reported shortages
May 23, 2019
State of limbo: the uncertain fate of the Lighthouse Winmore
The ship, accused of engaging in illicit oil transfers with North Korea, serves as a cautionary tale
May 22, 2019
How North Korean media has covered the country’s ongoing “food problem”
Limited coverage of drought damage suggests situation remains manageable for the time being
May 22, 2019
Almost three months on, what’s changed since the Hanoi summit?
NK Pro timeline charts the key developments since February
May 22, 2019
The Wonsan-Kumgang zone foreign investment proposals: the view from Europe
Data reveals a surprising degree of profitability, though the usual caveats apply
May 20, 2019
Satellite imagery, vessel tracking shows DPRK vessel moving between bulk ports
North Korean ship sets out from staging ground for previous sanctions evasion operation
May 17, 2019
How serious is the food situation in North Korea? The view from the official data
While the DPRK is undoubtedly facing looming shortages, the numbers don't always tell the full story
May 15, 2019
