Anton Sokolin is the data correspondent at NK News. He previously worked at Reuters, TASS and the Korea Trade Promotion Corporation (KOTRA).
Kyiv underscores continued DPRK involvement in combat operations despite return of thousands of troops
Only one suspected Russian ship visited DPRK’s Rason to pick up cargo, possibly due to ice at a Far East port
The Sibagro company from Tomsk says it wants to start exports to North Korea after a jump in pork sales to DPRK
Tatarstan breeder says he gifted stallion to Kim and reportedly supplied over 20 horses to DPRK as of 2025
Manufacturer says new X-ray machines will improve detection of contraband amid growing commercial exchanges
Flight data shows RC-135U making several loops across South Korea before returning to US base in Okinawa
Shipment from Russia’s Kuzbass comes as DPRK authorities have promoted wheat consumption in recent years
DPRK leader praises artwork destined for new war memorial, even as state media avoids mentioning Russia
NK Pro analysis finds Poland, Austria and others brought in millions in goods despite DPRK support for Russia’s invasion
Allies exchanged over $18 million in sanctioned goods, while DPRK’s rice imports hit multi-year high in December
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