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Russian region in Siberia seeks 2,000 North Koreans for construction projects
Novosibirsk Oblast official cites ongoing labor shortages and implies workers could be sent to Russia-occupied Ukraine
Hairy business: Wigs once again drive up North Korea-China trade in November
DPRK continues to import hair to make wigs, while purchasing millions in foodstuffs and selling raw materials
North Korean diplomat’s China visit may pave way for Kim-Xi summit, experts say
First DPRK delegation in four years is sign allies will focus more on ties after being overshadowed by Russia
North Korea-China trade spikes to 4-year high as trucks and trains cross daily
Both imports and exports surge in November as DPRK slowly emerges from extended isolation during pandemic
Kim Jong Un marks 12th anniversary of father’s death
Makeup of leader’s entourage during memorial service hints at recent promotions and possible purge, expert says
North Korea wants more Russian tourists to visit, Far East officials say
Primorsky Krai says DPRK proposed new rail, sea and air routes between countries, after delegation returns from visit
North Korean carrier flies to China’s Shenyang for first time in four years
Experts note that city is biggest near DPRK border and has long been a hub for North Koreans in China
China likely re-exported millions of dollars of North Korean goods, data shows
DPRK alloy and wigs likely transshipped to South Korea and US, while Pyongyang imported foreign luxury goods via China
Russian Far East delegation arrives in North Korea to discuss economic plans
Regional governor has expressed interested in joint construction projects as DPRK laborers continue to work in Russia
Air Koryo shuttling North Koreans from Vladivostok on twice weekly flights
Expert says Russian city may be ‘collection point’ for returning citizens as large numbers reportedly spotted at airport
