Authorities appear to be quarantining items for one week near Chinese border in sign DPRK still fears COVID spread
North Korean Supreme People’s Assembly also adds language on nuclear weapons status to constitution, passes new laws
VIP plane makes 2nd trip to Pyongyang since August amid speculation over weapons deals and ahead of Russian FM’s visit
DPRK has yet to confirm policy change, which could lead to tourism reopening or just expansion of official exchanges
Activity visible at Sohae spaceport suggests DPRK will carry out third spy satellite launch as planned in October
North Korean leader also holds banquet for over 150 participants of delegation for last week’s 9-day Russia trip
State media report aligns with ongoing effort to show North Korean people longing for leader during journey abroad
Jang Chang Ha joined Kim Jong Un’s Russia trip as head of General Missile Bureau, sign of possible technical cooperation
Kim Jong Un spent final day touring animal feed factory and local university before boarding train for Pyongyang
Citizens also expected to wear more pieces of patriotic flair as state pushes displays of loyalty to authorities
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