Vessel is largest of four that have been seen transfering containers at Rason Port near border with Russia
New industrial park in Kaishantun is far from population centers, suggesting plan to use DPRK workers for cheap labor
An in-depth analysis of cell phone industry revival, claims of good harvest, criticism of US weapons in Ukraine and more
Satellite images reveal route of trains carrying distinctive cargo to Rason, highlighting factories that may be involved
NK Pro analysis shows Angara ship visited Vostochny port between trips to DPRK, suggesting it’s a 2nd base for operation
Imagery suggests sanctioned Lady R docked at Rason, after US alleged port facilitated arms deal between DPRK and Russia
Sergei Lavrov could meet Kim Jong Un as evidence emerges of weapons operation to aid Moscow’s war in Ukraine
NK Pro analysis also shows at least 2 other ships involved in operation, appearing to back up US claims of weapons sales
Trade at Rason SEZ on rise with first container shipping in 5 years, while Mangyongbong-92 in for possible upgrades
Satellite imagery shows possible soldier block formations at Pyongyang’s Kim Il Sung Square on Sunday
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