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Chad O’Carroll

Chad O'Carroll is the founder of NK News/NK Pro and related holding company Korea Risk Group. In addition to being the group's CEO, O'Carroll is a frequent writer and commentator about the Koreas, having written about the two nations since 2010. He has visited the DPRK multiple times, worked and lived in Washington, D.C. with a focus on peninsula issues, and lived in the ROK since 2016.

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Pyongyang’s “Miniso” store rebrands amid increased scrutiny

Pyongyang’s “Miniso” store rebrands amid increased scrutiny

Store changes name to "Evolution," sources say, but stock remains Miniso for the time being

Pyongyang’s “Miniso” store rebrands amid increased scrutiny
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 21, 2017
North Korea’s Beijing embassy showcases ICBM launch photos

North Korea’s Beijing embassy showcases ICBM launch photos

Analyst says presence of photos suggests worsening quality of Sino-DPRK ties

North Korea’s Beijing embassy showcases ICBM launch photos
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 18, 2017
Protests on China-N. Korea border as seafood import ban comes into force

Protests on China-N. Korea border as seafood import ban comes into force

Source reports sudden implementation of new measures has come as a "shock" to local traders

Protests on China-N. Korea border as seafood import ban comes into force
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 18, 2017
In pictures: Construction activity continues in North Korean capital city
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In pictures: Construction activity continues in North Korean capital city

Following construction of massive 'Ryomyong Street' complex, photos show works continuing elsewhere

In pictures: Construction activity continues in North Korean capital city
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 17, 2017
Despite tension with U.S., all calm in North Korean capital: sources
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Despite tension with U.S., all calm in North Korean capital: sources

Multiple sources report life in Pyongyang remains normal

Despite tension with U.S., all calm in North Korean capital: sources
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 15, 2017
North Korea upgrading facilities at peak of sacred Mount Paektu

North Korea upgrading facilities at peak of sacred Mount Paektu

New "service center" complex being constructed at peak of mountain, visitors say

North Korea upgrading facilities at peak of sacred Mount Paektu
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 9, 2017
Banned from both Koreas: How one American lost all access to the peninsula

Banned from both Koreas: How one American lost all access to the peninsula

Shin Eun-mi has attracted criticism - and praise - for her regular trips to the DPRK

Banned from both Koreas: How one American lost all access to the peninsula
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 9, 2017
The United Nations’ latest DPRK Resolution: How will Pyongyang respond?
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The United Nations’ latest DPRK Resolution: How will Pyongyang respond?

The U.S. has called them the toughest measures "in a generation" - Kim Jong Un will likely increase tensions

The United Nations’ latest DPRK Resolution: How will Pyongyang respond?
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 7, 2017
Dandong customs house in July: A look at what’s going into North Korea
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Dandong customs house in July: A look at what’s going into North Korea

Despite Trump's calls for China to cut trade, Dandong customs house appeared busy in late July pictures

Dandong customs house in July: A look at what’s going into North Korea
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 4, 2017
Plus ça change? Ministry of Unification flip-flops on talks with North Korea

Plus ça change? Ministry of Unification flip-flops on talks with North Korea

Partisan objectives trump need for consistent inter-Korean policy, argue experts

Plus ça change? Ministry of Unification flip-flops on talks with North Korea
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll August 3, 2017
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