Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
“Chukbae!”: The rise of North Korean beer
Increased quantity and quality herald social change, but large-scale export remains unlikely
December 19, 2018
Implementation of sectoral sanctions appears stronger in 2018
Though caveats over Chinese compliance remain in the face of Beijing's reticence to publish trade figures
December 17, 2018
After delays, central Pyongyang apartment constructions show sign of progress
Slow progress at two complexes could mean limited efforts to put projects back on track
December 17, 2018
A ‘block’ to denuclearization? Reading N.Korea’s latest statement
Institute for American Studies statement repeats several recent DPRK talking points
December 17, 2018
The Kwangbok Area Commerce Center: a model for North Korea’s retail future?
A Pyongyang shopping mall offers hints at a long-term state strategy to undercut private markets
December 13, 2018
Humanitarian response in the DPRK: which North Koreans are “vulnerable”?
How best to identify those most in need of aid is a complex question
December 13, 2018
What to expect from a Kim Jong Un visit to Seoul – and why it’s unlikely for now
DPRK concerns mean Seoul visit likely to be biggest mission for security forces since Kim Jong Un's rise to power
December 12, 2018
Lankov: Tokyo, Pyongyang diplomatic breakthrough seems distant
The issue of Japanese abductees weighs heavily on relations between the two countries
December 11, 2018
Why the death of Kim Il Sung’s wife is unlikely to cause much turbulence
Absent role in state media for several decades, death of Kim Song Ae unlikely to have much impact
December 11, 2018
Sanctioned Russian vessel leaves South Korea after finding fuel provider
Previous reports indicated South Korean fuel suppliers were wary of U.S. sanctions
December 9, 2018
