Analysis
Leading experts analyze recent events and affairs involving North Korea
After Kim Jong Un’s early May reappearance, luxury boat replaced at Wonsan villa
Moves could be sign of North Korean leader’s return to Wonsan as third large luxury barge enters repair docks
North Korea’s changing economy: the view from the markets
Amid a wider crackdown on private activity, it appears there is ongoing discussion on the role of markets in the country
North Korea’s new ballistic missile support facility at Sil-li: key takeaways
New analysis offers important insights into Pyongyang's potential future missile basing decisions
View from Jingshan: Kim Jong Un’s rumored health issues spark interest in China
Despite some likely censorship, there was still speculation on Kim's health on the other side of the Great Firewall
MSG nation: monosodium glutamate remains an “essential” good in North Korea
Monosodium glutamate consumption is historically ubiquitous and remains a top imported product
How North Korean media responds to rumors about Kim Jong Un’s health
Past cases show DPRK media does not respond to international speculation, but is able to report genuine health issues
North Korea in April 2020: a month in review and what’s ahead
An analysis of the main developments between April 1 and April 30
The comeback Kim: lessons from the North Korean leader’s three-week absence
DPRK watchers must see the recent storm of speculation as an opportunity to learn where proper expertise really resides
Kim Jong Un’s waterslide boat under repair in Wonsan ahead of annual outings
Satellite imagery analysis reveals megaship with an Olympic-size pool was used at Kim’s Wonsan villa last summer
