Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
Chinese imports of N. Korean coal, iron, lead continue in September
Coal shipments could be in violation of Beijing's own domestic ruling issued in February
Despite ban reports, Indian trade with North Korea continues
Malaysia also kept up at least one side of its trade relations, amid deteriorating relations
Russian shipments of fuel to North Korea continue in June, July
Primary export remains coal, however, valued at USD$9 million over the two month period
North Korean foreign ministry undergoes partial tear-down, reconstruction
Decades-old government buildings undergoing major works, pictures show
N. Korean interest in consumer electronics remains high: trade figures
Cell phones, laptops, and other products remain popular, despite falling trade revenues
The Hoeryong model: how a sleepy N. Korean town experienced an economic boom
The 1990s saw the border city become a hub of private enterprise - and many got rich
North Korean textile exports continue to rise ahead of embargo
90-day grace period could allow the trade to continue for now
Center versus periphery: unpacking Beijing’s approach to sanctions
Reports that China is getting tough on Pyongyang miss the mark
Why it isn’t sanctions that hurt North Korean civilians
Pyongyang has more than enough wealth to feed the people - it just chooses not to
North Korean cereal imports from China remain high in August
Higher imports could be linked to poor yields from drought-stricken staple crops
