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.
Petrol costs up by 170% since start of year: data
Anniversary comes two days prior to October 10 Party Foundation Day
Cranes could be adapted for transporting or loading missiles, analysts suggest
Arrival of leaflets comes following extended pause in leaflet drops
Over two-month-long period raises questions on goal of project
Commerce ministry also announces details on textile trade measures
Prices have increased by more than 160% since April, when initial pricing spike occurred
Washington appears to be warning the international community that limited military options are being considered
Washington is likely to move forward under its own steam when it comes to further responses against the North
Pyongyang fuel prices remain over 100% higher than in April, however
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