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Dandong bus factory operates at ‘full capacity’ after Kim Jong Un’s visit
Timing raises possibility of shipments to North Korea, while company has also produced vehicles for South Korea
Surge in North Korean delegations visiting China puts commercial ties in focus
Over 10 DPRK groups have toured Chinese firms, attended training in recent months in sign of growing economic engagement
Brazil’s first ambassador to North Korea in a decade takes up post in Pyongyang
Ambassador Ricardo Primo Portugal pays a visit to the Chinese ambassador as North Korea welcomes wave of new diplomats
North Korea in October 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from Oct. 1 to Oct. 31, 2026
November 3, 2026
North Korean coal officials tour Chinese mining firm amid modernization drive
Visit to smart-mining company suggests Pyongyang seeks China’s help after making coal industry a top priority
Chinese agency claims it’s organizing youth tours to North Korea’s Wonsan resort
Promotional post states first tour set for Friday, though tourism insider expresses skepticism trips will take place
Overseas North Korean workers linked to Russia’s military supply chain: Report
Investigators traced a complex network of Russian firms and DPRK entities using student visas to bring in workers
October 29, 2026
North Korean trade fair shows off foreign goods, but without foreign attendees
Locals appear to run booths for firms from across Asia, while a DPRK company is promoting a new foldable smartphone
October 28, 2026
Chinese bus factory that Kim Jong Un visited has strong ties with North Korea
Huanghai vehicles have been rebranded in the DPRK before, and company appears to see new bridge as a lifeline
High-end Chinese EVs worth up to $152K spotted in North Korean capital
Appearance of 2025 models suggest more expensive EVs are making inroads amid a surge in private car ownership
