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What’s next? Where North Korea’s missile testing goes from here

Experts weigh in on progress made in 2019 — and how Pyongyang's weapons systems will likely evolve in the coming year

The year 2019 was in stark contrast with the previous year in terms of both North Korean weapons testing and U.S.-DPRK diplomacy.

While 2018 saw only one tactical weapon test in November, North Korea conducted a total of 13 missile tests last year, along with two engine tests at its Sohae Satellite Launching Station.

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