Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
Why U.S. sanctions on North Korea are about to get a much longer reach
New laws stand to substantially increase Washington's ability to put pressure on Pyongyang
July 31, 2019
What the Xiang Hai Lin 8 detention could mean for North Korea-Russia ties
The incident has irritated Russian officials and reminded many of the DPRK's unpredictability
July 30, 2019
North Korean coverage of Thursday’s missile launches: key takeaways
Language in state media suggests Pyongyang may continue to engage in high-profile shows-of-force
July 26, 2019
North Korea’s July 25 test: new insights into the KN-23
Evidence suggests a greater role for the new missile than simply that of a conventional weapons delivery platform
July 26, 2019
Putting North Korea’s post-Panmunjom meeting actions into context
Thursday's missile test is part of a broader shift towards a hardening stance
July 25, 2019
Oil tanker numbers at Nampho not impacted by sanctions, analysis shows
No discernible downturn in traffic following December 2017 passage of Resolution 2397
July 24, 2019
Why Kim’s submarine visit leaves room for talks, but reflects hardening position
Apparent increased interest in arms buildup escalates pressure on U.S. while state media focuses on defense rather than offense
July 23, 2019
Revealed: North Korea’s likely new submariner training center
Ongoing construction speaks to the DPRK's broader plans to expand its submarine fleet's capability
What to make of North Korea’s “newly-built” submarine inspection
This week's visit it is a stark reminder of the progress the DPRK has made as diplomacy has stalled
July 23, 2019
Russian objectives in North Korea: the hardening view from Washington
Despite taking steps with sanctions, Moscow seen as hurdle to U.S. interests on the Korean peninsula
July 22, 2019
