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North Korea in February 2020: a month in review and what’s ahead
Analysis

North Korea in February 2020: a month in review and what’s ahead

An analysis of the main developments between February 1 and February 29

North Korea in February 2020: a month in review and what’s ahead
NK ProNK Pro March 3, 2020
Michael Hay, who managed the longest-running law firm in Pyongyang, dies at 58
Opinion

Michael Hay, who managed the longest-running law firm in Pyongyang, dies at 58

Lawyer was known for winning disputes in DPRK, despite its opaque legal system

Michael Hay, who managed the longest-running law firm in Pyongyang, dies at 58
Chad O'CarrollChad O'Carroll March 1, 2020
North Korean work to connect China’s “bridge to nowhere” slows down: imagery
News

North Korean work to connect China’s “bridge to nowhere” slows down: imagery

Satellite imagery shows hardened-dirt roadway to Sinuiju infrastructure is complete, but awaiting asphalt

North Korean work to connect China’s “bridge to nowhere” slows down: imagery
Chad O'CarrollChad O'Carroll February 27, 2020
Expanding Japan-linked mall, online shop in Pyongyang targets “modern tastes”
Analysis

Expanding Japan-linked mall, online shop in Pyongyang targets “modern tastes”

A closer look at the Rim Mi Yong Aeguk Joint Venture Company and their flagship store in North Korea's capital

Expanding Japan-linked mall, online shop in Pyongyang targets “modern tastes”
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko February 18, 2020
North Korean brand launches multi-pack canned beer box-set, pictures show
News

North Korean brand launches multi-pack canned beer box-set, pictures show

Eight pack of beer includes a complimentary beer glass, latest innovation from Kyonghung Foodstuff Factory

North Korean brand launches multi-pack canned beer box-set, pictures show
Chad O'CarrollChad O'Carroll February 16, 2020
U.S. charges Huawei with new crimes, citing “fraudulent” North Korea ties
News

U.S. charges Huawei with new crimes, citing “fraudulent” North Korea ties

China's flagship telecom company misled Congress about its work in North Korea, Justice Department says

U.S. charges Huawei with new crimes, citing “fraudulent” North Korea ties
Jacob FromerJacob Fromer February 13, 2020
Cambodia says it closed North Korean-owned businesses, deported all workers
News

Cambodia says it closed North Korean-owned businesses, deported all workers

Phnom Penh’s first UN sanctions implementation report details broad crackdown on DPRK-linked operations in the country

Cambodia says it closed North Korean-owned businesses, deported all workers
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko February 13, 2020
Former South Korean officials say Kaesong should reopen despite U.S. opposition
News

Former South Korean officials say Kaesong should reopen despite U.S. opposition

Moon administration is criticized for "being too conscious of the U.S." regarding resumption of the inter-Korean complex

Former South Korean officials say Kaesong should reopen despite U.S. opposition
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim February 11, 2020
North Korea gas prices increase sharply amid coronavirus measures: data
COVID-19

North Korea gas prices increase sharply amid coronavirus measures: data

Daily NK data shows sharp increase, while NK Pro data remains mostly static

North Korea gas prices increase sharply amid coronavirus measures: data
Chad O'CarrollChad O'Carroll February 7, 2020
New North Korean smartphones using AI, facial recognition technology: DPRK Today
News

New North Korean smartphones using AI, facial recognition technology: DPRK Today

Latest "Jindallae"-brand models popular thanks to their "unique appearance, function, and convenience," state media says

New North Korean smartphones using AI, facial recognition technology: DPRK Today
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim February 4, 2020
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