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Sources say parade imminent: roads closed in Pyongyang, citizens gathering
Promptly organized military parade appears ready for kick-off in Pyongyang
September 8, 2021
Preparations ramp up for North Korean military parade in Pyongyang
The parade may mark upcoming national holidays in September and October, sources and satellite evidence suggest
September 8, 2021
Renewal of North Korea travel ban: A missed opportunity for DPRK-US diplomacy?
Ending the Trump-era travel ban would have been consistent with many stated US goals, despite some diplomatic risks
September 7, 2021
North Korean diplomat dies after car accident in Vladivostok
Source confirms deaths of two North Koreans, including consul to Khabarovsk, after their SUV reportedly overturned
September 1, 2021
At least one Mercedes-Benz shipped to North Korea in 2019 despite sanctions
UN report shows North Korea-linked vendor also purchased three other luxury vehicles, with their whereabouts unknown
September 1, 2021
Biden’s North Korea policy inflexible, ‘lacks novelty’: former Chinese official
China's former ambassador to South Korea suggests reviving Six-Party Talks as part of 'road map' toward engagement
August 31, 2021
Amid economic crash, DPRK tried to import $1 million in Lexus vehicles in 2020
North Korea sought to acquire Lexus SUVs through China despite limited trade during pandemic, PoE report shows
August 26, 2021
North Korean illicit trade nosedives during pandemic, PoE report finds
COVID-19 'significantly affected' North Korea’s ability to clandestinely export coal, import fuel products
August 24, 2021
As Kim Jong Un slims down, North Korean state media covers body weight issues
Cartoon on state TV features girl criticizing friend for being overweight
August 23, 2021
Sanctions obstacles: The fate of Moon Jae-in’s inter-Korean economic projects
The Kaesong Industrial Complex, Kumgang tourism and infrastructure improvements all face unique sanctions challenges
August 20, 2021
