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North Korea seems to deny claim of 50 escapees forcibly repatriated from China
China regularly sent back DPRK defectors before COVID-19, but unclear if still possible amid strict pandemic lockdowns
August 2, 2021
Resuming inter-Korean hotline communications: What it means
Dormant inter-Korean diplomacy will increase in intensity, but scheduled USFK drills could pose a hurdle for Seoul
July 27, 2021
India closes embassy in DPRK following departure of diplomats
International community in Pyongyang continues to dwindle as only handful of embassies remain operational
July 26, 2021
NK Pro briefing: Humanitarian aid and the civil environment of North Korea
Former North Korea aid worker, travel guide weigh in on major risks in the event of a nationwide crisis
July 23, 2021
Another group of diplomats and expats leaves North Korea via China
Indonesian and Bulgarian embassies temporarily close due to latest departures as mass exodus of foreigners continues
July 23, 2021
Overtaxed cell network and shoddy construction pose risks in North Korea
Poor infrastructure is a potential obstacle to humanitarian work, but the country's people could contribute in a crisis
July 21, 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
Power, fuel, and roads: North Korea’s severe infrastructure risks
Problems in electricity, fuel supply, poor roads and antiquated vehicles could complicate future humanitarian operations
July 20, 2021
How North Korea’s poor infrastructure could compound devastation in a disaster
Problems in water supply, food security, health care and agriculture could complicate future humanitarian operations
July 19, 2021
Indian ambassador leaves Pyongyang as mass exodus out of DPRK continues
Only handful of embassies remain open in North Korea as COVID-19 controls ban international travel, movement in country
July 13, 2021
