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PoE-identified North Korea coal smuggler continues to visit South Korea
Vessel has changed names, flags, and ownership structure since the UN reported illicit activity
January 8, 2019
Russia continues import of sanctioned items from North Korea
Electrical items, iron and steel products still appearing in Russia's reported trade with its neighbor
December 31, 2018
Russia exports 3700 tonnes of oil products to North Korea in October: UN
Export is above average for 2018, though well below yearly UN quotas
December 28, 2018
UN sanctioned ship leaves China, appears near Taiwan
Vessel apparently remains relatively active despite UN designation
December 26, 2018
Russian fuel exports to North Korea increase again in October: ITC
Shipment is highest in value terms since July last year
December 25, 2018
North Korean ship arrives at Chinese port capable of handling bulk
Vessel was formerly tied to sanctions evasion networks in Hong Kong
December 23, 2018
Russian imports from North Korea fell to lowest levels in years in Q2
Trade remains far below earlier plans of $1billion by 2020
December 20, 2018
Ship with links to North Korea’s weapon smugglers returns to South Korea
Vessel used to visit North Korea in 2016, linked to China-based sanctions evasion networks
December 19, 2018
Chinese exports to North Korea rise in October
Figures from Chinese customs show exports nearly returning to pre-sanctions levels
December 18, 2018
After delays, central Pyongyang apartment constructions show sign of progress
Slow progress at two complexes could mean limited efforts to put projects back on track
December 17, 2018
