Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
North Korea demands end to regional inequality, but offers mostly futile fixes
While new law shows state concerned about rural poverty, solutions rely on redistribution of resources that don’t exist
September 12, 2023
What North Korea’s state media reveals about Kim Jong Un’s inner circle
Top military man Pak Jong Chon and premier Kim Tok Hun both appeared out until suddenly showing up alongside the leader
September 11, 2023
China falling? Why a wary North Korea is monitoring Beijing’s economic woes
China’s slowing exports, depreciation of yuan and political turmoil at top could drive DPRK to reevaluate foreign ties
September 8, 2023
North Korea’s nuclear ambitions reach new stage with ballistic missile submarine
Hero Kim Kun Ok may not reach depths of others but multiple launch modes can fluster US and allied targeting in crisis
September 8, 2023
When Putin met the Kims: 20 years of armored trains and opulence
A look at leaders’ summits as reports swirl of upcoming meeting between Russian president and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un
September 7, 2023
War-ready nation: What to expect at upcoming North Korean paramilitary parade
Satellite imagery shows thousands preparing for parade and concert ahead of Sept. 9 national founding holiday
September 7, 2023
Missiles and ship engines: A look at Kim Jong Un’s latest weapons plant visits
North Korean leader continues to inspect facilities mass-producing weapons that Russia reportedly seeks
September 6, 2023
What to make of reports that Kim Jong Un will visit Russia for summit with Putin
Experts disagree on if Russia needs North Korean arms but say both sides seek to counter US-ROK military cooperation
September 5, 2023
Simulated cruise missile strike shows off North Korea’s tactical nuke playbook
While unclear if missiles are fully nuclear capable, DPRK has left little doubt it could use smaller nukes in conflict
September 5, 2023
How NATO’s expansion to Asia risks playing into North Korea’s hand
South Korea stands to gain from cooperation with alliance, but DPRK can use shift to bolster ties with China and Russia
September 4, 2023
