Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
What North Korea’s official budget reveals about its spending priorities in 2024
DPRK figures only capture portion of economy but show large investments in science and little in regional development
February 21, 2024
How North Korean aggression and the Taiwan election complicate China-DPRK ties
Beijing wants to work with Pyongyang to destabilize US alliances, but doesn’t want an increase in peninsula tensions
February 20, 2024
Satellite imagery shows Kim Jong Un’s east coast yacht, missile test activities
Location of missile test revealed as megayacht arrives at North Korean leader’s beach mansion this week
February 17, 2024
Survey shows markets reign supreme in the daily lives of North Koreans
Unification ministry’s interviews with DPRK escapees revealed most living outside Pyongyang get no state support
February 14, 2024
What to make of North Korea’s apparent interest in naval nuclear propulsion
Regime appears far off from true maritime deterrent but is relentless in pursuit of second-strike survivability
February 13, 2024
How North Korean defectors shape the policies of countries where they settle
DPRK escapees around the world have helped build bases of support, broadening diasporic efforts and amplifying advocacy
February 13, 2024
Slump in life insurance sector points to unreported COVID deaths in North Korea
Financial data from DPRK’s largest insurer reveals almost 20% decline in premium income in life insurance division
February 12, 2024
North Korea’s crops saw on-year improvement in 2023, satellite data shows
Analysis is in line with DPRK leader Kim Jong Un’s claim that the country overcame food shortages last year
February 7, 2024
The cost of vigilance: Seoul’s mobilization paradox in case of war with the DPRK
Experts question capabilities of South Korea’s reserve forces should mass call-ups become a reality
February 7, 2024
Seoul to take DNA samples from bodies North Korea refuses to repatriate
The measure aims to bring closure to families in the DPRK as soured ties leave little room for cooperation on the issue
February 7, 2024
