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Pyongyang focuses on public image & diplomacy in May
N. Korean makes more position changes as priorities shift following building collapse
June 5, 2014
Railways Ministry official becomes new vice premier
Im Chol Ung becomes a senior cabinet member; railroads important issue for Pyongyang
May 29, 2014
Yun Tong Hyon promoted to colonel general
Prominent military/party official of new generation continues rise after temporary decline
May 28, 2014
Kim inspects new apartment construction after building collapse accident
N. Korean leadership hopes to show responsibility, reassure populace of building quality and safety
May 21, 2014
Ma Won Chun becomes a military official
Ma follows Hwang as key party officials gain greater influence over military
May 19, 2014
North Korea appoints new ambassador to Cuba
Five-month vacancy ends for top position at embassy reportedly involved in illicit arms trade
May 18, 2014
Major construction accident occurs in Pyongyang, state media reports
Officials publicly accept blame; state media emphasizes leadership's sympathy and resolve
May 18, 2014
Japan-based U.S. Global Hawk drones to monitor North Korea and China
Drones will fill regional reconnaissance gaps, support interests of America’s Asian allies
May 14, 2014
Is North Korea trying to revitalize the image of its air force & airline?
Aesthetic changes, media attention, and Kim’s flying habits have propaganda use for air services
May 11, 2014
April full of personnel changes, military events
Ascension of Hwang Pyong So to No. 2 slot caps month full of leadership transitions
May 5, 2014
