Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
Ruse or revolution? Analyzing North Korea’s new drone and AEW&C aircraft
While assets signal quick strides in the country’s C4ISTAR capabilities, their actual effectiveness may be modest
April 3, 2025
Left in the lurch: US defense shift threatens to derail North Korea deterrence
As US strategy reportedly prioritizes China, experts say Seoul,Tokyo will need to boost defense readiness against DPRK
April 1, 2025
New construction underway near North Korean aircraft factories amid drone push
Locations suggest construction could be related to Kim Jong Un’s plans to build and mass-produce drones
April 1, 2025
What Americans think about travel to North Korea, 8 years after Warmbier’s death
The DPRK is reopening to foreigners in fits and starts, but a new survey shows Americans remain wary amid travel ban
March 31, 2025
North Korea preparing to move large new warship in sign of advanced development
Satellite imagery reveals progress on west coast frigate as Pyongyang eyes assets to challenge US spy flights
March 28, 2025
How Trump can break the impasse with North Korea by prioritizing nuclear safety
Demanding denuclearization has met little success, but a pragmatic approach to growing nuclear risks can foster dialogue
March 26, 2025
Why there’s still a long road to Trump-Putin cooperation on North Korean nukes
US and Russia still need to replace their own arms control treaty before they can address major differences on DPRK
March 24, 2025
With new frigates, North Korea broadcasts a more assertive naval approach
Revelations about country’s biggest-ever ships suggest DPRK seeks to break naval isolation, possibly with Russian help
March 20, 2025
Boom or bust? Mixed signals raise questions about health of North Korean economy
Ambitious construction push and strong Russia ties point to growth, but the windfall may not be reaching the DPRK people
March 19, 2025
Trump’s cuts to Voice of America imperil radio broadcasts into North Korea
Experts say dismantling VOA and Radio Free Asia undercuts US goals, keeping uncensored info from reaching DPRK people
March 17, 2025
