Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
Kim Jong Un takes 6th extended break from public this year amid national crises
Absence also coincides with the start of US-ROK exercises, which Kim has often answered with missile tests
August 16, 2021
How North Korean diplomatic missions help proliferation and arms trafficking
Embassies and consulates used for WMD procurement have tended to be located in high-tech and less regulated markets
August 13, 2021
Kim Jong Un, in naming a successor, follows a similar precedent to Mao
North Korea's creation of an immediate deputy to leader resembles China's plan to name a successor for ailing Mao Zedong
August 12, 2021
As economy struggles, North Korea invokes self-reliance to inspire workers
Juche is being reemphasized in Kim Jong Un’s North Korea. That’s not a good sign for the North Korean economy
August 12, 2021
Why North Korea’s cybercrime could kill prospects for a diplomatic breakthrough
Cryptocurrency theft has become a lifeline for Pyongyang's broken economy that could quickly derail future negotiations
August 11, 2021
North Korea unlikely to engage in talks despite joining ASEAN forum: experts
Southeast Asian forum voices support for dialogue, but harsh DPRK statements have dampened prospects for talks
August 11, 2021
What’s in a name? The misleading history of North Korea’s ‘hermit’ label
The Hermit Kingdom moniker betrays ignorance of North Korean engagement with the world past and present
August 9, 2021
North Korea ignores some areas, favors others in latest flood recovery efforts
No signs of aid in northeast province as satellite imagery shows homes, roads and bridges destroyed
August 9, 2021
NK Pro briefing: Diplomacy with North Korea after the restoration of hotlines
Analysts discuss how North Korea's return to the communication lines will impact diplomacy in the coming months
August 5, 2021
Mexico angles to improve ties with DPRK four years after expelling diplomat
Unlikely friendship, tested by nuclear development, gives Mexico a foothold in Asia and North Korea an economic partner
August 5, 2021
