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North Korean brewery debuts country’s first light beer, Taedonggang No. 8
Expert says low-calorie beverage from famous brewhouse could meet untapped demand for beer ‘without the guilt’
December 19, 2023
US, ROK and Japan start real-time data sharing on North Korean missile launches
Seoul says system will improve detection and evaluation of DPRK missiles, with three countries to share info 24/7
December 19, 2023
North Korea says it launched Hwasong-18 solid-fuel ICBM in ‘warning’ to US
Kim Jong Un shows off ‘ultra-hard will for revenge’ with long-range test after US nuclear submarine visits region
December 19, 2023
North Korea enjoys bumper harvest on back of good weather in 2023: Report
Seoul estimates crop output increased by 6%, potentially easing food insecurity after recent famine concerns
December 18, 2023
North Korea-China trade spikes to 4-year high as trucks and trains cross daily
Both imports and exports surge in November as DPRK slowly emerges from extended isolation during pandemic
December 18, 2023
US-ROK meeting on nuke strategy draws North Korean threats of ‘counteraction’
Allies discuss ways to boost extended deterrence, while Pyongyang promises ‘preview’ of nuclear war before year’s end
December 18, 2023
North Korea fires apparent ICBM, second missile launch in 10 hours: ROK
Launches come after US-ROK nuclear weapon talks and arrival of US submarine in Busan
December 18, 2023
North Korea fires short-range ballistic missile in late-night launch: Seoul
Missile launch into East Sea comes hours after US nuclear submarine arrives in Busan
December 17, 2023
Kim Jong Un marks 12th anniversary of father’s death
Makeup of leader’s entourage during memorial service hints at recent promotions and possible purge, expert says
December 17, 2023
North Korean defector arrested in Vietnam faces repatriation to China: Activists
Justice for North Korea says 38-year-old woman was arrested last month, accusing Seoul of doing little to help her
December 15, 2023
