Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
Why North Korea finally embraced 4G mobile networks, years after rest of world
Experts say growing consumer demand likely drove change but that regime’s paranoia will ensure it remains a step behind
March 12, 2024
North Korea starts building factories in 13 more areas for rural development
DPRK finishes breaking ground in 20 cities and counties, while hinting party will directly oversee 20x10 initiative
March 11, 2024
US court orders forfeiture of 145 crypto accounts tied to North Korea cybercrime
Washington alleges two Chinese nationals used accounts to launder some $100M in virtual assets stolen by DPRK
March 8, 2024
North Korea’s ‘draconian’ COVID response exacerbated humanitarian crisis: Report
Human Rights Watch says sealing border had ‘devastating consequences,’ while highlighting adverse impact of sanctions
March 8, 2024
North Korea breaks ground on six new factories in a week in development push
Experts say top officials at events likely tasked with overseeing 20x10 projects, signaling regime’s economic priorities
March 7, 2024
Shoddy construction raises questions about Kim Jong Un’s new ‘rural revolution’
Five-year-old apartments already deteriorating in town where North Korea launched new project, state media reveals
March 6, 2024
North Korea preps for major construction near Wonsan Kalma beach resort: Imagery
Worker camp appears near unopened resort as hundreds of homes demolished, suggesting resumption of work or new project
March 4, 2024
North Korea in February 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from February 1, 2024 to February 29, 2024
March 1, 2024
Timeline: From North Korean threats against South to soccer defeat to Japan
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from February 1 to February 29, 2024
March 1, 2024
Russian ship rejoins North Korea weapons trade, only for operation to go on hold
Vessels linked to alleged arms shipments have not appeared at ports in recent weeks, possibly due to production issues
February 29, 2024
