Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
North Korea sees progress on transforming ‘backward’ mining town: Imagery
Deadline nearing to build first 5,000 homes in resource-rich area, as satellite imagery shows signs of finishing touches
December 10, 2021
North Korea prepares to open newest skyscraper street as deadline nears: Imagery
Pyongyang may hope to celebrate successful mega-project in wake of major construction delays in recent years
December 8, 2021
10 years of Kim Jong Un: What was Kim’s worst decision so far?
Experts vote on Kim’s worst calls during his first decade in power, from COVID controls to negotiating tactics
December 8, 2021
Has ‘Squid Game’ been smuggled into North Korea? – NKNews Podcast Ep. 212
The NK News team discusses the DPRK’s vaccine situation, South Korean presidential election and more
December 8, 2021
How North Korea’s use-it-or-lose-it power grid impacts energy trade
The DPRK’s rickety power network means exporting electricity sometimes makes more sense than using it
December 7, 2021
10 years of Kim Jong Un: What was his best decision so far?
More than 80 experts vote on Kim’s smartest calls for sustaining his rule, from ballistic missiles to ties with Beijing
December 6, 2021
Seoul to implement system for monitoring ‘fake news’ on North Korea
2022 budget sets aside $170,000 for project, but ministry has not specified whether violators will face penalties
December 6, 2021
North Korea in November 2021: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from November 1, 2021 to November 30, 2021
December 3, 2021
Timeline: From COVID-19 vaccines to preparations to reopen North Korea’s border
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from November 1 to November 30
December 3, 2021
North Korean capitalism’s failure in the Third World
Pyongyang mixed economics and politics as it competed with Seoul and sought new trade partners in the Global South
December 2, 2021
