Veronica Hou is a China-DPRK specialist trainee at NK News. She previously conducted policy research and data analysis at the Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat.
Appointment of Bogdan Marian Anghel follows restoration of diplomatic mission for the first time since pandemic
Visit to smart-mining company suggests Pyongyang seeks China’s help after making coal industry a top priority
Promotional post states first tour set for Friday, though tourism insider expresses skepticism trips will take place
Huanghai vehicles have been rebranded in the DPRK before, and company appears to see new bridge as a lifeline
Appearance of 2025 models suggest more expensive EVs are making inroads amid a surge in private car ownership
Visit appears to signal DPRK interest in using AI tools for film and video, with two sides exploring cooperation
Trending posts voice hope for resumption of tourism, though some locals express doubt about impact on border economy
Open promotion of trips to Rason and Pyongyang suggest growing opening opportunities to enter DPRK despite tourism ban
Trucks cross in both directions at opening ceremony for four-lane roadway connecting Sinuiju and Dandong
Trains between Ji’an and Manpho now run three times a week, restoring rail link suspended during pandemic
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