To much of the world, North Korea is a brutal authoritarian regime best known for its headlong pursuit of weapons of mass destruction. The idea that Pyongyang is a menace has been further strengthened by leader Kim Jong Un’s support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, most notably the deployment of DPRK troops to the front lines.

Nevertheless, this negative perception of the country is not universal. Pro-North Korean organizations operate in various countries worldwide, advocating for and promoting Pyongyang’s interests, and NK Pro analysis shows many remain active despite the DPRK’s limited engagement