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Open for business? Law and litigation in North Korea – NKNews Podcast Ep.65
North Korea News Podcast

Open for business? Law and litigation in North Korea – NKNews Podcast Ep.65

Michael Hay discusses his time running a law firm in Pyongyang — and prospects for the future

Open for business? Law and litigation in North Korea – NKNews Podcast Ep.65
Jacco ZwetslootJacco Zwetsloot April 1, 2019
U.S.-sanctioned Russian cargo ship stuck in South Korea amid conflicting reports
Analysis

U.S.-sanctioned Russian cargo ship stuck in South Korea amid conflicting reports

UN Panel of Experts also notes Russian tanker's involvement in new sanctions evasion methods

U.S.-sanctioned Russian cargo ship stuck in South Korea amid conflicting reports
Leo ByrneLeo Byrne March 28, 2019
No evidence of progress on North Korean denuclearization: UN PoE coordinator
News

No evidence of progress on North Korean denuclearization: UN PoE coordinator

Head of the PoE Hugh Griffiths spoke to members of Congress on how to improve the sanctions regime

No evidence of progress on North Korean denuclearization: UN PoE coordinator
Leo ByrneLeo Byrne March 27, 2019
OFAC designates two Chinese companies for North Korea trade
News

OFAC designates two Chinese companies for North Korea trade

U.S. Treasury and Coast Guard also update advisory on the DPRK's illicit maritime practices

OFAC designates two Chinese companies for North Korea trade
Leo ByrneLeo Byrne March 21, 2019
In South Korea, a legal dispute over who can distribute North Korean media
News

In South Korea, a legal dispute over who can distribute North Korean media

Yonhap News Agency suing competitor for unauthorized distribution of the Rodong Sinmun

In South Korea, a legal dispute over who can distribute North Korean media
Dagyum JiDagyum Ji March 19, 2019
UN PoE identified DPRK-linked company still sending vessels to South Korea
News

UN PoE identified DPRK-linked company still sending vessels to South Korea

The panel identified "Liberty Shipping as the operator of other designated vessels as well as DPRK-flagged ships"

UN PoE identified DPRK-linked company still sending vessels to South Korea
Leo ByrneLeo Byrne March 19, 2019
China continued imports of sanctioned iron, steel from North Korea in 2018
News

China continued imports of sanctioned iron, steel from North Korea in 2018

Though exports of designated materials fell substantially

China continued imports of sanctioned iron, steel from North Korea in 2018
Leo ByrneLeo Byrne March 14, 2019
Why Jim Rogers wants to invest in North Korea – NKNews Podcast Ep.62
North Korea News Podcast

Why Jim Rogers wants to invest in North Korea – NKNews Podcast Ep.62

The veteran businessman talks investment, unification, and the economic future of North Korea

Why Jim Rogers wants to invest in North Korea – NKNews Podcast Ep.62
Jacco ZwetslootJacco Zwetsloot March 11, 2019
North Korean imports from China drop in the first month of 2019
News

North Korean imports from China drop in the first month of 2019

But exports of DPRK goods to neighboring China remained at historic lows

North Korean imports from China drop in the first month of 2019
Leo ByrneLeo Byrne March 8, 2019
Chinese reported fuel exports to North Korea just USD$8 million in 2018: ITC
Analysis

Chinese reported fuel exports to North Korea just USD$8 million in 2018: ITC

The number is the lowest in the nearly 20-year reporting period

Chinese reported fuel exports to North Korea just USD$8 million in 2018: ITC
Leo ByrneLeo Byrne March 6, 2019
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