Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
Secrecy surrounding North Korea’s upcoming plenum points to big changes afoot
State media did not disclose Politburo meeting to discuss plans for plenum, a sign of major leadership changes in past
May 30, 2023
‘Oppa Ganbu Style’: Why growth medications are popular among North Korean elites
Experts say height and appearance has become a symbol of status and power in DPRK
May 26, 2023
Jumping the gun: South Korea’s mixed messaging on Japan and nuke planning talks
A nuclear consulting group between US, ROK and Japan difficult pill to swallow in Seoul despite potential benefits
May 26, 2023
By linking radars, ROK and Japan reduce blind spots around North Korean missiles
Shortcomings in missile tracking have led to mistakes in past, but success will depend on sustained cooperation with US
May 23, 2023
Why Kim Jong Un is paying unprecedented tribute to a late military official
North Korea has honored Hyon Chol Hae in ways usually reserved for Kim family, with leader even kneeling at his grave
May 22, 2023
Poker face: North Korea tries new strategy in crackdown on ‘bluffing’ and lying
Penalties for poor performance and inability to fact check has made false reporting endemic, analysis of new law shows
May 19, 2023
Overshadowed, but not overlooked: What to expect on North Korea at the G7 summit
Hiroshima set to highlight dangers of nuclear war and potentially host US-South Korea-Japan trilateral meeting
May 19, 2023
How North Korean mining has left a toxic legacy for the country’s people
Satellite imagery shows a lack of safeguards has led to contamination of rivers and soil and endangered human health
May 17, 2023
North Korea building secretive installation on razed airfield in Pyongyang
Buildings visible in satellite imagery and sensitive location near Kim mausoleum point to military or government purpose
May 16, 2023
North Korea appears to start major training for next military parade: Imagery
Hundreds of likely army trucks spotted at parade training grounds ahead of Korean War anniversary in July
May 15, 2023
