Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
Kim Jong Un visits ‘model’ chicken farm, orders similar one be built within year
Kim, who was accompanied by his daughter, previously called poultry industry backward and in dire need of upgrades
January 8, 2024
A statistical mirage? Scrutinizing North Korea’s claims of economic resurgence
While likely inaccurate, figures showing 12% annual growth may reflect country’s trajectory as it recovers from pandemic
January 5, 2024
South Korea to dissolve foundation in charge of inter-Korean industrial park
Seoul cites cost of operating foundation and unauthorized North Korean activity at Kaesong complex closed since 2016
January 4, 2024
North Korea offers sneak peek at new skyscraper streets set to open soon
State TV airs first photos of projects in capital and celebrates them as major successes despite being unfinished
January 4, 2024
Kim Jong Un looks to shakeup state policy with sweeping reshuffle of officials
Promotion of over 40 people likely to support military line and rejection of unification, as 3 demoted officials return
January 3, 2024
Kim Jong Un inspects agricultural drones, tractors at farm machine expo
North Korean leader called for review of industry’s production capacity as imported Chinese tractors remain dominant
January 3, 2024
Timeline: From North Korea’s ICBM launch to major year-end party plenum
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from Dec. 1 to Dec. 31
January 2, 2024
North Korea in December 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from December 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023
January 2, 2024
What to make of North Korea’s upbeat plenum on its big plans for 2024
Pyongyang ditched goal of unification and braced for conflict, while celebrating progress in military and economy
January 1, 2024
Kim Jong Un appears to reward top officials with luxury Mercedes cars
North Korean leader’s inner circle seen driving new vehicles after his own fleet recently upgraded
December 29, 2023
