Analysis
Latest NK Pro analysis related to the DPRK
State media review: North Korea slams US over Silicon Valley Bank collapse
An in-depth analysis of criticisms of capitalism, missile-like apartments, an important military holiday and more
April 27, 2023
What the US-ROK summit means for security on the Korean Peninsula
Tensions with North Korea set to remain high as allies give few off-ramps or incentives for DPRK to curb weapons testing
April 27, 2023
Kim Jong Un upgrades megayachts again as state media stresses ‘shortages’
Satellite imagery shows annual repairs on two of North Korean leader’s vessels after remodeling of Wonsan shipyard
April 26, 2023
North Korean nukes and deterrence doubts loom as Yoon and Biden set to meet
Seoul seeks reassurances that Washington has its back as DPRK boasts of ability to credibly threaten US homeland
April 26, 2023
North Korea’s display of new Chinese trucks points to production issues at home
Handover of imported vehicles comes 5 years after mass-production order and hints at strong sanctions-busting networks
April 25, 2023
South Korea’s ruling party shines spotlight on case for going nuclear
Debate at parliament underscores how North Korea’s nuclear development has driven Seoul to consider the once-unthinkable
April 21, 2023
Politics and shortages undercut Russian threat to arm North Korea: Analysis
Experts says Moscow can’t currently afford to retaliate against greater ROK role in Ukraine by providing newest weapons
April 21, 2023
State media review: North Korea celebrates biggest holiday in subdued fashion
An in-depth analysis of founding leader’s birthday, suspicious financial aid and criticism of ROK response to US leaks
April 20, 2023
How North Korea handles nuclear waste: From risky disposal to deals with Taiwan
DPRK’s waste management practices have been criticized as ‘atrocious,’ but Pyongyang has engaged on the issue before
April 20, 2023
How Kim Jong Un’s fears shape North Korea’s nuclear weapons agenda
DPRK leader claims he needs nukes to defend against US invasion, but his own people are likely a bigger concern
April 19, 2023
