Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
North Korea-Russia migration surge points to covert military and labor moves
Experts say Pyongyang may be using student visas to evade sanctions as Moscow appears to be concealing military movement
February 13, 2025
Western tour companies enter North Korea for first time since pandemic
Koryo Tours and Young Pioneer Tours staff crossed border into Rason, raising hopes for full reopening to tourists
February 13, 2025
North Korean hackers responsible for third of all virtual funds stolen last year
New report says DPRK actors stole almost $800M in crypto but warns estimate likely to increase as new data emerges
February 12, 2025
Chronic delays plague basic North Korean construction projects, imagery shows
NK Pro analysis shows resource and funding problems led to years-long delays for minor projects across country
February 11, 2025
Kim Jong Un kicks off construction of major greenhouse farm near Chinese border
State media claims greenhouse project will be ‘largest-ever,’ aimed at boosting agriculture and flood recovery efforts
February 11, 2025
North Korea’s procurement of cars, diamonds highlights extensive trade network
NK Pro analysis shows Pyongyang’s networks extend beyond China, with multiple nations offering goods to the regime
February 10, 2025
Kim Jong Un scales back scope of hospital construction at new project launch
North Korean leader’s speech suggests sanctioned equipment supply lines secured in ‘20x10’ rural development push
February 7, 2025
Beijing’s ambassador to North Korea calls for return of Chinese tourists
Ambassador Wang Yajun visited Pyongyang Metro and Air China office amid anticipation of tourism opening beyond Russians
February 5, 2025
Business exploration trip to North Korea raises sanctions concerns
Dutch firm facilitating first such trip in 5 years says potential investors can visit in May but expert warns of risks
February 5, 2025
Russia tasks small firm with construction of $91 million bridge to North Korea
Construction on the Tumen River crossing appears to have already begun with completion date set for end of 2026
February 4, 2025
