Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
10 years of Kim Jong Un: What was Kim’s worst decision so far?
Experts vote on Kim’s worst calls during his first decade in power, from COVID controls to negotiating tactics
December 8, 2021
How North Korea’s use-it-or-lose-it power grid impacts energy trade
The DPRK’s rickety power network means exporting electricity sometimes makes more sense than using it
December 7, 2021
The overlooked spelling error that underscores North Korea’s culture of fear
The country’s highest honor misspelled the DPRK’s name for years, as correcting the party was all but inconceivable
December 7, 2021
On North Korea, China’s ‘wolf warriors’ speak more like doves
Analysis of foreign ministry discourse under Xi Jinping reveals softer, conservative approach on DPRK issues
December 6, 2021
10 years of Kim Jong Un: What was his best decision so far?
More than 80 experts vote on Kim’s smartest calls for sustaining his rule, from ballistic missiles to ties with Beijing
December 6, 2021
Timeline: From COVID-19 vaccines to preparations to reopen North Korea’s border
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from November 1 to November 30
December 3, 2021
North Korean capitalism’s failure in the Third World
Pyongyang mixed economics and politics as it competed with Seoul and sought new trade partners in the Global South
December 2, 2021
How has COVID-19 impacted North Korean market prices?
Foreign exchange, food and fuel all took different price swings during North Korea’s strict pandemic border controls
December 1, 2021
Why North Korean media stayed silent on new holiday celebrating nuclear missiles
Pyongyang may remain cautious over promoting its nukes, though questions remain about internal celebrations
November 30, 2021
Juche H-bomb: North Korea’s efforts to tie self-reliance to its nuclear weapons
As popular belief wavers, the regime seeks to sustain domestic acquiescence in the Juche ideology
November 30, 2021
