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North Korea to launch satellite between Nov. 22 and Dec. 1, Japan says
Launch likely to be third attempt to put military spy satellite in orbit after failures in May and August
November 21, 2023
North Korea-China trade slumps in October but remains far above pandemic lows
Chinese data shows slight decline in exports and imports, while Russia-DPRK trade reportedly sits at just $28M for year
November 20, 2023
Asian Games organizers fined $500K for allowing North Korean flag at competition
Anti-doping body banned use of flag after DPRK athletes failed to undergo steroid testing during pandemic
November 20, 2023
NGOs lament North Korea’s reluctance to accept aid despite humanitarian problems
Multiple groups report that they’ve struggled to reach contacts and deliver aid as DPRK prioritizes self-reliance
November 20, 2023
North Korean soccer star reappears after vanishing from competition 3 years ago
Han Kwang Song starts in World Cup qualifier vs. Syria, after sanctions derailed his career with Qatari club
November 17, 2023
Russia, North Korea discuss exploration of gold and rare earth metals: Moscow
Two sides also reportedly held talks on food trade and other cooperation, as Russian delegation departs Pyongyang
November 17, 2023
Nominee to lead ROK military comes out against military pact with North Korea
Kim Myung-soo says CMA has constrained military but faces scrutiny over personal conduct and alleged lack of experience
November 16, 2023
Hungary to extradite South Korean over raid on North Korean Embassy in Spain
Unnamed man accused of committing array of crimes during raid by activist group Free Joseon in Feb. 2019
November 16, 2023
Chinese law firm to open first office in North Korea despite sanctions concerns
Jingsh say it will support foreign investment and acquisitions, years after UN sanctions drove out other law firms
November 16, 2023
US again deploys B-52H bomber to peninsula for joint training with South Korea
Deployment is 12th this year and demonstrates US commitment to deter North Korea and defend against attack, Seoul says
November 15, 2023
