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North Korea betrays its economic contradictions with grain control and IP laws
At SPA, Kim Jong Un seeks to both assert control and foster growth, while projecting confidence ahead of Party Congress
September 25, 2025
Russian recruiter openly advertises 2K North Korean female workers for hire
Operation points to expansion of DPRK labor dispatches beyond construction industry, raising human rights concerns
September 17, 2025
Ukraine envoy says talks with North Korea must address support for Russia’s war
In exclusive interview, Ambassador Dmytro Ponomarenko urges Seoul to provide arms to counter DPRK-Russia military ties
September 17, 2025
Machinery of Juche: How Japanese tech catalyzed North Korean industry
Despite professed self-reliance, the DPRK looked to its former colonizer to scale up industries critical for military
September 11, 2025
North Korea’s engine test, Kim Jong Un’s Beijing diplomacy and trade fair plans
NK News’ Colin Zwirko talks the DPRK’s missile advances and why it has barred Western businesses from an upcoming event
September 9, 2025
North Korea bars Western businesses from fall trade fair, reversing course again
Only Chinese and Russians will be able to join October event as DPRK continues to shun economic ties with Europe
September 8, 2025
Billions from bullion: The hidden history of North Korea’s gold sales in the UK
Decades before turning to crypto, the DPRK raked in billions for its coffers through a far more conventional source
August 29, 2025
Innovative North Korean brewery becomes latest to eye Russian beer market
Kyonghung, known for unique packaging and canned brews, will supply light beer to Russian importer in Vladivostok
August 22, 2025
Chinese firm releases list of North Korean exports featuring UN-sanctioned goods
Dandong company names textiles, machinery and cars among items DPRK can export, but it’s unclear if shipments occurred
August 15, 2025
Chinese firm promotes tailored business trips to North Korea amid improving ties
Dandong company says it can customize itineraries to investor needs, though expert expresses skepticism about impact
August 13, 2025
