Analysis
Leading experts analyze recent events and affairs involving North Korea
What ‘economic development’ means to Kim Jong Un
The North Korean leader's ideas for the economy are much narrower and less transformative than is typically portrayed
As China burns through coal, North Korea steps in to fill the gap
Influx of illicit North Korean coal fuels concerns that shipments will continue even after Chinese energy crisis ends
After years in hiding, a North Korean ship shows its true colors
Records reveal Ji Da 1 cargo vessel likely sailed under the radar for years on behalf of Pyongyang
Power for peace: Kim Jong Un frames missiles as deterrent against ‘war itself’
In defense expo speech, North Korean leader dismisses US as insincere and criticizes those who ‘incite’ tensions
New missiles and Kim Jong Un idolatry dominate ‘Self-Defense-2021’ expo
New details on North Korean missile programs revealed as Kim shown in military uniform and shooting guns
Taekwondo, tourism and trade: Estonia’s ties with North Korea
Baltic state objects to DPRK’s weapons programs, but private actors drive exchange despite lack of formal relationship
The implications of North Korea’s tactical nuclear warheads
New capabilities may not radically alter status quo, but experts underscore urgent need for dialogue with Pyongyang
Widespread rebuilding efforts underway in North Korea after floods: Imagery
State media largely focusing on one small town, but former rocket launch base also sees new home construction
Jesters in the king’s service: Standup comedy in North Korea
Popular propaganda performers lampoon social vices, but their satirical barbs never stray toward dissent
North Korea’s official oil imports tick up but remain far below its needs
Sanctions and the pandemic have battered imports of refined petroleum, but smuggling may cover part of the gap
