Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
Turning Chinese money into profit in North Korea
Ethnic Koreans from China, unlike those from Japan, capitalized on the changing economy of the ‘90s
June 15, 2014
North Korea emphasizes navy units, including submarines
Leadership visits navy and island defense units, shows specific capabilities
June 17, 2014
The absence of Ri Yong Gil and the rise of Pyon In Son
Chief of General Staff unseen almost two months, Pyon confirmed as No. 2 in General Staff
June 18, 2014
Former delegate for North-South cooperation becomes vice premier
Choe Yong Gon led North’s delegation in five economic cooperation meetings with South
June 20, 2014
Kim Jong Gwan made vice minister, MPAF
Another military construction official elevated to senior position after building collapse incident
June 23, 2014
The misfortunes of North Korean virtue
How Northern popular culture inculcates selflessness, humility and other traits that serve defectors poorly
June 24, 2014
How North Korea has been arming Palestinian militants for decades
Pyongyang's sole focus on survival virtually ensures North Korean weapons will continue to be found in the hands of those bent on Israel’s destruction
June 25, 2014
China-SK FTA would be a symbolic sting for N. Korea
Trade negotiations indicate Seoul's growing clout as Pyongyang's influence diminishes
June 27, 2014
Strategic considerations for N. Korea’s anti-ship missile
Missile intended as deterrent to elicit caution, not to win a war
June 29, 2014
INVESTIGATION: North Korea makes moves toward oil exploration
Mongolian company HBOil has announced that it will analyse geological data in a new office in Pyongyang
June 30, 2014
