Primary export remains coal, however, valued at USD$9 million over the two month period
Figures compare the trade with the same month last year, though also include discrepancies
Event had "earthquake like characteristics" according to the USGS
Russian embassy in DPRK says Pyongyang "respects" results of controversial 2014 referendum
In TASS interview, Ri Yong Ho threatens U.S., says North Korea will not negotiate nukes
Cell phones, laptops, and other products remain popular, despite falling trade revenues
Comments come as a senior U.S. general says there is no "risk-free option" for the DPRK
U.S. President says diplomatic approaches on the DPRK have failed
Visits come roughly thirty days after China's implementation of UN embargo
90-day grace period could allow the trade to continue for now
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