Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
“Trust” dominant theme of N. Korean editorial on day of Xi’s arrival in Pyongyang
The Rodong Sinmun sought to emphasize the two countries' close ties as the fifth Xi-Kim summit began
June 20, 2019
Peace on whose terms? The Sino-Russian vision for the Korean peninsula
Cooperation with Moscow could drive a wedge between Seoul and Washington
June 19, 2019
What to make of Xi Jinping’s article in the North Korean party daily
This appears to be the first time a leader has contributed to the Rodong Sinmun in the lead-up to a visit
June 19, 2019
Why North Korea’s “state visit” characterization for Xi Jinping is notable
State media used a rare phrase to report on the upcoming Sino-DPRK summit
June 18, 2019
What to expect at this week’s fifth Kim-Xi summit
Talks in Pyongyang come at a critical time for both sides, though concrete outcomes may be limited
June 18, 2019
U.S.-North Korea diplomacy: how to move beyond missed opportunities
The rhetorical gap between Trump and his advisors has stymied talks for months — that needs to change
June 17, 2019
Kim Jong Un’s condolences tread fine line between personal respect and politics
The leader's tribute to the late Lee Hee-ho sees Pyongyang keep the door open for dialogue with Seoul
June 13, 2019
Pyongyang’s Spring Trade Fair: Emerging trends and developments
In-depth analysis of spring trade fair shows trending areas in DPRK economy, weak sanctions implementation
June 13, 2019
China’s crude oil exports to North Korea: what the data shows
Figures made available to the PoE shows that crude shipments were on a par with historical equivalents
June 13, 2019
The Wonsan-Kumgang zone in comparative perspective: Rason, past and present
While overly-ambitious, the Rason project offers some important lessons for future DPRK SEZs
June 10, 2019
