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July 17, 2024

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Colin Zwirko

Colin Zwirko is a Senior Analytic Correspondent for NK News based in Seoul. He joined the company in 2018 after receiving a master's degree in international security and foreign policy from South Korea's Yonsei University. Follow him on Twitter.

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China’s ‘largest’ customs port on North Korean border not ready despite ceremony
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China’s ‘largest’ customs port on North Korean border not ready despite ceremony

Satellite imagery shows construction still unfinished on long-delayed facility, as DPRK maintains COVID border controls

China’s ‘largest’ customs port on North Korean border not ready despite ceremony
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Colin Zwirko September 13, 2022
Mysterious new aide to Kim Jong Un reappears at massive concert, banquet

Mysterious new aide to Kim Jong Un reappears at massive concert, banquet

North Korea also honors workers who sacrifice ‘enjoyment’ for country’s development at Sept. 9 National Day banquet

Mysterious new aide to Kim Jong Un reappears at massive concert, banquet
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Colin Zwirko September 9, 2022
North Korea to start COVID vaccine campaign in fall: Kim Jong Un

North Korea to start COVID vaccine campaign in fall: Kim Jong Un

Kim cites cold weather virus risks in speech, while also promising large economic growth by 2025 at assembly session

North Korea to start COVID vaccine campaign in fall: Kim Jong Un
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Colin Zwirko September 9, 2022
Kim Jong Un says he will ‘never give up’ nuclear weapons, rejects future talks

Kim Jong Un says he will ‘never give up’ nuclear weapons, rejects future talks

North Korea reveals new nuclear doctrine that says it may launch nuclear strike in response to ‘non-nuclear’ attacks

Kim Jong Un says he will ‘never give up’ nuclear weapons, rejects future talks
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Colin Zwirko | Jeongmin Kim September 9, 2022
Illuminated jets seen above Pyongyang in late-night flyover

Illuminated jets seen above Pyongyang in late-night flyover

State media has hinted at possible 'celebrations' this week, though a large-scale military parade unlikely

Illuminated jets seen above Pyongyang in late-night flyover
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Chad O'Carroll | Colin Zwirko September 9, 2022
Stage set for big event on North Korea’s National Day, but parade unlikely
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Stage set for big event on North Korea’s National Day, but parade unlikely

Source says stages and screens installed in central Pyongyang, while Kim could make speech at parliamentary session

Stage set for big event on North Korea’s National Day, but parade unlikely
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Colin Zwirko September 8, 2022
North Korea builds new aviation clubs to boost military, drone program: Analysis
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North Korea builds new aviation clubs to boost military, drone program: Analysis

Clubs under construction in major cities teach remote plane piloting and skydiving, acting as military recruitment tool

North Korea builds new aviation clubs to boost military, drone program: Analysis
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Colin Zwirko September 7, 2022
Kim Jong Un guides disaster prevention meeting as typhoon brings heavy rains

Kim Jong Un guides disaster prevention meeting as typhoon brings heavy rains

Two-day gathering appears to focus on overall state policies rather than storm, but state media report short on details

Kim Jong Un guides disaster prevention meeting as typhoon brings heavy rains
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Colin Zwirko September 6, 2022
North Korea appears to test rocket engine at main spaceport: Imagery

North Korea appears to test rocket engine at main spaceport: Imagery

Vegetation die-off visible at Sohae vertical engine test stand this week, amid signs of new upgrades at launchpad

North Korea appears to test rocket engine at main spaceport: Imagery
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Colin Zwirko September 2, 2022
North Korean paramilitary leaders gather for training amid ‘constant’ war threat

North Korean paramilitary leaders gather for training amid ‘constant’ war threat

Top official says civil defense force needs to modernize and improve command structure at two-day meeting

North Korean paramilitary leaders gather for training amid ‘constant’ war threat
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Colin Zwirko August 31, 2022
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