Analysis
Latest NK Pro analysis related to the DPRK
Nepotism, dysfunction, and corruption: the leader’s complaints about DPRK banking
A 2015 speech contained some frank admissions about the state of the North's finance sector
November 1, 2018
From “great victory” to bargaining chip: what’s going on at Sohae?
While dismantling the site would be a significant step, Pyongyang is biding its time
October 31, 2018
How the North is run: the intelligence services
Available information paints a chaotic picture of the DPRK's spy service
October 29, 2018
The View from Jingshan: a new North Korea strategy for Beijing?
State media highlights warming ties as speculation over a Xi visit to Pyongyang grows
October 26, 2018
North Korea in October 2018: a month in review
An analytic look at the main developments of the September 22-October 21 period
October 25, 2018
North Korea’s 2018 Foundation Day: the inside story
The DPRK took major steps to sell itself to the world, though big questions remain about its long-term sincerity
October 24, 2018
A planned Kim-Putin summit: what to expect?
The two sides will likely seek to reaffirm old ties and build a united front against sanctions and pressure
October 23, 2018
President Moon goes to Europe: what was, and wasn’t, achieved
While differences remain stark, the mood among EU leaders is shifting in Seoul's favor
October 21, 2018
North Korea’s foreign trade system: big players and a gradual opening-up
Recent reforms may be a step towards making DPRK enterprises more competitive on international markets
October 19, 2018
How a Czech company helps set up hydropower plants in North Korea
Topic Energo's Miroslav Blazek discusses the unique challenge of bringing the DPRK's power grid up to scratch
October 19, 2018
