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EXCLUSIVE: DPRK-linked ships move illicit coal to China for ‘humanitarian aid’
UN Panel of Experts investigates possible ‘coal for food’ program as economy, agriculture face crises in North Korea
August 18, 2021
Kim Jong Un takes 6th extended break from public this year amid national crises
Absence also coincides with the start of US-ROK exercises, which Kim has often answered with missile tests
August 16, 2021
Sanctioned North Korean oil tanker reappears after more than yearlong absence
Appearance of the ship near Nampho suggests sanctioned ship-to-ship oil transfers, experts say
August 11, 2021
North Korea to reportedly require three-month quarantine period for 3-5 years
China-based trader with experience working in North Korea shares what he knows about the border situation
August 3, 2021
North Korea eyes China trade restart as COVID-19 import zone activity ramps up
Disinfection facility at border linked to 'grave' COVID incident sees heavy construction amid reports of 'food crisis'
July 29, 2021
DPRK-flagged carrier tied to coal exports visits China’s Longkou port in July
Bulk carrier and three North Korea-flagged cargo ships sailed to port this month, though purpose of visits unclear
July 22, 2021
North Korea-linked firm offering expanded range of radio hardware online
Glocom Corp’s website offerings have increased in 2021 despite U.N. sanctions pressure
July 21, 2021
Tobacco leads North Korean imports from China in June amid anemic trade
The commodity surpassed goods like rubber, chemicals and oil as the DPRK limits trade due to COVID-19
July 21, 2021
North Korean imports from China creep up, but remain well below pre-COVID levels
Customs data shows North Korean imports reached $12.3 million in June after falling below $3 million in May
July 19, 2021
Congress can set the Biden administration up for success with North Korea
Ending the Korean War would help address the concerns and priorities of many Americans impacted by the ongoing conflict
July 14, 2021
