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Russian firms visit North Korea to peddle oil, army uniforms and deer antlers
NK Pro investigation finds 25 Russian companies joined Pyongyang trade fair, in some cases to promote sensitive goods
December 9, 2024
North Korea in November 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from November 1 to November 30, 2024
December 3, 2024
Gifts of lions and bears mask fundamental weakness of Russia-North Korea ties
Despite flurry of activity, recent exchanges show two sides have few areas for meaningful economic cooperation
December 2, 2024
Notorious Italian cigarette duo back in North Korea to hawk sanctioned wares
DPRK state media shows ‘SmoKings’ brothers are out of jail and selling production machinery at Pyongyang trade fair
November 29, 2024
North Korea, Russia reach deals on expanding ties in tourism, education and more
Two sides discuss plans to increase charter flights and open Russian-language center in Pyongyang at economic talks
November 20, 2024
How North Korean hackers and IT workers collude to cause chaos
Recent breaches show how hacking helps DPRK workers get jobs, in turn providing access for future attacks
November 19, 2024
North Korea hosts joint IT expo with Russia, showing off phones, drones and more
Firms from both countries participate in Pyongyang event, which expert calls clear violation of UN sanctions
October 30, 2024
North Korea in September 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from September 1 to September 31, 2024
October 3, 2024
North Korean trademark applications raise red flags about business in Russia
NK News uncovers 11 more DPRK firms that laid groundwork to enter Russian market this year, including 2 last month
October 3, 2024
Record number of North Korean firms set to export goods to Russia in 2024: Data
Russian trade declarations point to growing demand for DPRK foodstuffs and medicine, despite UN sanctions on many goods
October 2, 2024
