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Information related to the North Korea economic sector

North Korea hints beach resort twice as long as Waikiki may finally open soon
Analysis

North Korea hints beach resort twice as long as Waikiki may finally open soon

Russian tourists recently given sneak peak of Wonsan Kalma, while state media has started promoting east coast resort

North Korea hints beach resort twice as long as Waikiki may finally open soon
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko February 23, 2024
What North Korea’s official budget reveals about its spending priorities in 2024
Analysis

What North Korea’s official budget reveals about its spending priorities in 2024

DPRK figures only capture portion of economy but show large investments in science and little in regional development

What North Korea’s official budget reveals about its spending priorities in 2024
Peter WardPeter Ward February 21, 2024
North Korea sold illegal gambling sites to South Korean criminals: NIS
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North Korea sold illegal gambling sites to South Korean criminals: NIS

China-based company allegedly raised billions of dollars for DPRK regime’s slush fund despite sanctions restrictions

North Korea sold illegal gambling sites to South Korean criminals: NIS
Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha Park | Shreyas Reddy February 16, 2024
State media review: North Korean festivals build up to former leader’s birthday
Analysis

State media review: North Korean festivals build up to former leader’s birthday

An in-depth analysis of events for Kim Jong Il’s birth anniversary, regional development and an official visit to Russia

State media review: North Korean festivals build up to former leader’s birthday
Shreyas ReddyShreyas Reddy February 15, 2024
Survey shows markets reign supreme in the daily lives of North Koreans
Analysis

Survey shows markets reign supreme in the daily lives of North Koreans

Unification ministry’s interviews with DPRK escapees revealed most living outside Pyongyang get no state support

Survey shows markets reign supreme in the daily lives of North Koreans
Peter WardPeter Ward February 14, 2024
Analyzing the US-ROK alliance’s impact on North Korea’s policies – Ep. 329
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Analyzing the US-ROK alliance’s impact on North Korea’s policies – Ep. 329

Korea Economic Institute of America’s new president discusses his role assessing inter-Korean relations and latest book

Analyzing the US-ROK alliance’s impact on North Korea’s policies – Ep. 329
Jacco ZwetslootJacco Zwetsloot | NK News February 14, 2024
Slump in life insurance sector points to unreported COVID deaths in North Korea
Analysis

Slump in life insurance sector points to unreported COVID deaths in North Korea

Financial data from DPRK’s largest insurer reveals almost 20% decline in premium income in life insurance division

Slump in life insurance sector points to unreported COVID deaths in North Korea
Martin WeiserMartin Weiser February 12, 2024
Russia eyeing new rail, ferry and car routes to North Korea: Ambassador
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Russia eyeing new rail, ferry and car routes to North Korea: Ambassador

Alexander Matsegora’s remarks come as first group of Russian tourists to visit DPRK in years returns home

Russia eyeing new rail, ferry and car routes to North Korea: Ambassador
Anton SokolinAnton Sokolin February 12, 2024
State media review: North Korea set to open long-stalled hospital this year
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State media review: North Korea set to open long-stalled hospital this year

An in-depth analysis of plans for DPRK’s ‘first’ modern general hospital, Japan’s removal of a Korean memorial and more

State media review: North Korea set to open long-stalled hospital this year
Kim Jong Un inspects foodstuff factories linked to new development drive
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Kim Jong Un inspects foodstuff factories linked to new development drive

Kimha county facilities apparently offer glimpse of modernization efforts leader said he wants throughout North Korea

Kim Jong Un inspects foodstuff factories linked to new development drive
Anton SokolinAnton Sokolin February 8, 2024
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