Anton Sokolin is the data correspondent at NK News. He previously worked at Reuters, TASS and the Korea Trade Promotion Corporation (KOTRA).
Novosibirsk Oblast official cites ongoing labor shortages and implies workers could be sent to Russia-occupied Ukraine
DPRK continues to import hair to make wigs, while purchasing millions in foodstuffs and selling raw materials
First DPRK delegation in four years is sign allies will focus more on ties after being overshadowed by Russia
Both imports and exports surge in November as DPRK slowly emerges from extended isolation during pandemic
Makeup of leader’s entourage during memorial service hints at recent promotions and possible purge, expert says
Primorsky Krai says DPRK proposed new rail, sea and air routes between countries, after delegation returns from visit
Experts note that city is biggest near DPRK border and has long been a hub for North Koreans in China
DPRK alloy and wigs likely transshipped to South Korea and US, while Pyongyang imported foreign luxury goods via China
Regional governor has expressed interested in joint construction projects as DPRK laborers continue to work in Russia
Expert says Russian city may be ‘collection point’ for returning citizens as large numbers reportedly spotted at airport
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