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Information related to human security / human rights in North Korea
UN food program projects threefold rise in funding needs for aid to North Korea
World Food Program says it plans to resume array of activities if DPRK reopens, estimating it needs $38M in second half
July 6, 2023
Shocked Soviets: What embassy records reveal about North Korean market activity
Declassified archives show DPRK was a tough place to live even during era now remembered for stability
July 5, 2023
Unification ministry to downsize agencies handling North Korea cooperation
Seoul cites strained inter-Korean ties for budgets cuts, after president called for overhaul of ministry
July 5, 2023
On YouTube, ROK minister nominee spread fringe theories of North Korean collapse
Experts say videos raise concerns about judgment of Kim Yung-ho, president’s pick to lead unification ministry
July 4, 2023
Timeline: From reports of starvation in North Korea to Blinken’s trip to China
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from June 1 - June 30
July 3, 2023
North Korean students win hacking contest hosted by US-based firm: State media
Experts say online competitions allow DPRK to hone skills that can be used in both positive applications and cyber crime
July 3, 2023
North Korea in June 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from June 1, 2023 to June 30, 2023
July 3, 2023
Yoon faults unification ministry for acting like ‘North Korea aid’ agency
South Korean president says ministry should seek unification based on ‘liberal democratic order,’ calling for overhaul
July 3, 2023
North Korea appears to lift strict mask mandates as temperatures rise
State media showing citizens without masks since Sunday, though it has yet to report on COVID-19 policy change
July 3, 2023
The revolving door: Why people end up quitting the North Korea field
Frustration at lack of progress among factors driving exodus, which some fear could diminish understanding of DPRK
June 30, 2023
