Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
Kim Jong Un promotes democracy in North Korea — on his terms
Leader’s silence at plenum appears tied to effort to limit his own role, a move that may paradoxically empower him
July 11, 2023
Why US-North Korea talks are more likely now than at any time during pandemic
China wants to reverse US security expansion in region, and the best way to do that is pushing DPRK back to dialogue
July 10, 2023
What Yoon’s controversial unification minister pick means for inter-Korean ties
North Korea likely to condemn Kim Yung-ho’s appointment, as Yoon remakes what he has disparaged as DPRK ‘aid ministry’
July 7, 2023
Under pressure: Why Japan is pushing for a North Korea summit with new urgency
Fumio Kishida says time ticking to resolve abductee issue, but domestic political concerns may also be playing a role
July 7, 2023
How the world may have missed out on seeing North Korea’s prison camps in person
DPRK twice looked set to invite Amnesty International, but distrust thwarted chance to learn more about rights abuses
July 7, 2023
Why North Korea looked abroad for an education in international business
Outside educators have helped fill knowledge gaps and could again provide avenue for engagement once DPRK reopens
July 6, 2023
North Korea’s preparations for military parade shift into high gear: Imagery
Air force and missile vehicle training points to large-scale event, as likely stage set up in Kim Il Sung Square
July 5, 2023
On YouTube, ROK minister nominee spread fringe theories of North Korean collapse
Experts say videos raise concerns about judgment of Kim Yung-ho, president’s pick to lead unification ministry
July 4, 2023
Kim Jong Un far more reclusive than usual in first half of year: Analysis
North Korean leader made second-fewest public appearances ever, focusing on military amid mixed messages on economy
July 4, 2023
Timeline: From reports of starvation in North Korea to Blinken’s trip to China
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from June 1 - June 30
July 3, 2023
