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New North Korean propaganda blames ‘apathetic’ citizens for its economic issues
North Korea seems to be shifting blame for its economic problems from external threats to internal enemies, expert says
Kim Jong Un wants to boost the economy through science, tech and state control
The North Korean leader discussed industry development, foreign policy and military plans at an ongoing plenum meeting
North Korea will boost trade after months of COVID-19 lockdown: Russian official
New disinfectant centers are being built on the North Korean border, Russia’s ambassador to the DPRK says
Kim Jong Un berates North Korean officials for a rough start to economic plans
Kim kicked off a multi-day meeting on how to carry out economic tasks after last month’s Party Congress
North Korea sends mixed signals over marking new nuclear missile holiday
Conflicting calendars create uncertainty about “Rocket Industry Day” on Nov. 29
Youth League plans ‘ideological offensive’ to keep young North Koreans in line
Congress planned for early April will decide on new name and reset organization’s focus
North Korean defector diplomat pleas for family’s safety in first TV interview
Former ‘acting ambassador’ Ryu Hyeon-woo told CNN he’s afraid his siblings and mother in North Korea may face reprisals
After shedding tears over the economy, Kim Jong Un upgraded his beachside manor
An apparent waterslide temporarily spawned at Kim’s mansion shortly after the country’s “80-day” labor marathon started
China says it’s ‘doing its best’ to give COVID-19 aid to citizens in North Korea
China’s Embassy in North Korea says it distributed masks, disinfectant and other COVID-19-related items
Biden administration taps diplomat who helped with historic North Korea summit
Sung Kim named the acting assistant secretary of state for the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs
