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Vladivostok’s Eastern Economic Forum: what progress on North Korea?
Analysis

Vladivostok’s Eastern Economic Forum: what progress on North Korea?

Last week's event saw talk of economic cooperation, trilateral projects, and sanctions relief

Vladivostok’s Eastern Economic Forum: what progress on North Korea?
Anthony V. RinnaAnthony V. Rinna September 16, 2018
What Pyongyangites think of their economy and inter-Korean ties
Analysis

What Pyongyangites think of their economy and inter-Korean ties

While hints at reform exist, real change appears elusive

What Pyongyangites think of their economy and inter-Korean ties
Oliver HothamOliver Hotham September 12, 2018
The North Korean Economy in August 2018: an overview
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The North Korean Economy in August 2018: an overview

Despite a large focus on economic development, no signs yet on what this means in practice

The North Korean Economy in August 2018: an overview
Benjamin Katzeff SilbersteinBenjamin Katzeff Silberstein September 12, 2018
North Korea continues construction at Nampho oil terminal
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North Korea continues construction at Nampho oil terminal

Facility identified by U.S. as an offloading point for illegally obtained oil

North Korea continues construction at Nampho oil terminal
Hamish MacdonaldHamish Macdonald | Leo Byrne September 11, 2018
The 70th anniversary of the DPRK: celebrations and diplomacy
Analysis

The 70th anniversary of the DPRK: celebrations and diplomacy

Chinese delegate sits front and center, but signs of enduring differences remain

The 70th anniversary of the DPRK: celebrations and diplomacy
Fyodor TertitskiyFyodor Tertitskiy September 10, 2018
North Korea’s foundation day military parade: What’s new?
Analysis

North Korea’s foundation day military parade: What’s new?

North Korea's latest parade lacked missiles, though there were plenty of new developments

North Korea’s foundation day military parade: What’s new?
Joost OliemansJoost Oliemans | Stijn Mitzer September 9, 2018
Is North Korea’s 9/9 Foundation Day its most important holiday?
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Is North Korea’s 9/9 Foundation Day its most important holiday?

In terms of large celebrations, the holiday lacks a clear pattern over last 70 years

Is North Korea’s 9/9 Foundation Day its most important holiday?
Fyodor TertitskiyFyodor Tertitskiy September 8, 2018
In Pyongyang, mixed messaging on sanctions and the economy
Analysis

In Pyongyang, mixed messaging on sanctions and the economy

Factory manager admits to difficulties brought on by UN measures

In Pyongyang, mixed messaging on sanctions and the economy
Oliver HothamOliver Hotham September 7, 2018
The UN General Assembly: will Kim Jong Un attend?
Analysis

The UN General Assembly: will Kim Jong Un attend?

North Korean leader could go if he wants, but Trump may still have a say

The UN General Assembly: will Kim Jong Un attend?
Fyodor TertitskiyFyodor Tertitskiy September 7, 2018
The 8th Rason International Trade Exhibition in review: domestic firms
Analysis

The 8th Rason International Trade Exhibition in review: domestic firms

Majority of North Korean entities advertising health supplements, medicines and pharmaceuticals

The 8th Rason International Trade Exhibition in review: domestic firms
Hamish MacdonaldHamish Macdonald September 6, 2018