Chad O'Carroll is the founder of NK News/NK Pro and related holding company Korea Risk Group. In addition to being the group's CEO, O'Carroll is a frequent writer and commentator about the Koreas, having written about the two nations since 2010. He has visited the DPRK multiple times, worked and lived in Washington, D.C. with a focus on peninsula issues, and lived in the ROK since 2016.
Rumors also re-emerge about restaurants under-development in the hotel, which could open "next year"
Move follows recent reshuffle at UN panel monitoring North Korea sanctions implementation
T Specialist firm also fined $800,000 for its role in sanctions violations, while Wang Zhiguo jailed for a year
A range of incidents, trends, and policies have emerged which suggest DPRK authorities wish to sharply bolster control
Amid a flurry of statements by DPRK officials, NK Pro analysts examine whether diplomacy can get back on track
Unclear if DPRK leader flew on aircraft or whether it landed at Wonsan's Kalma airport
Costs of up to 14.40 euros to traverse the full length of the highway, photo indicates
Attack script was quickly removed, South Korean security firm said
Business is booming, but cultural and logistical issues have meant the new prosperity is a mixed blessing
Sources report growing pressure on DPRK's limited infrastructure, overcrowding at popular attractions
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