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North Korea in October 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
Month in Review

North Korea in October 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead

An analytical look at the main developments from October 1, 2023 to October 31, 2023

North Korea in October 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
NK ProNK Pro November 3, 2023
State media review: North Korea blames Israel and US for Gaza hospital bombing
State Media Review

State media review: North Korea blames Israel and US for Gaza hospital bombing

An in-depth analysis of commentary on Middle East, calls to boost fishing yields, a state newspaper anniversary and more

State media review: North Korea blames Israel and US for Gaza hospital bombing
Seung-Yeon ChungSeung-Yeon Chung November 2, 2023
The intertwined histories of the two Koreas, and what the future holds – Ep. 313
North Korea News Podcast

The intertwined histories of the two Koreas, and what the future holds – Ep. 313

Victor Cha and Ramon Pachero Pardo discuss their new book and share anecdotes from their time on the peninsula

The intertwined histories of the two Koreas, and what the future holds – Ep. 313
Jacco ZwetslootJacco Zwetsloot | NK News November 1, 2023
North Korea appears to blow past oil cap using illicit transfers at sea: Report
News

North Korea appears to blow past oil cap using illicit transfers at sea: Report

Information provided to UN Panel of Experts suggests DPRK likely exceeded 500,000 barrel limit in first five months

North Korea appears to blow past oil cap using illicit transfers at sea: Report
Anton SokolinAnton Sokolin November 1, 2023
What to make of North Korea’s closure of multiple embassies overseas
Analysis

What to make of North Korea’s closure of multiple embassies overseas

Weak economy and sanctions likely driving shakeup, with broad implications for diplomacy, humanitarian aid and more

What to make of North Korea’s closure of multiple embassies overseas
Chad O'CarrollChad O'Carroll November 1, 2023
UN report warns of persistent threats from North Korean cybercrime and espionage
News

UN report warns of persistent threats from North Korean cybercrime and espionage

Panel of Experts outlines activity by DPRK threat groups, but expert says report offers only ‘generic’ recommendations

UN report warns of persistent threats from North Korean cybercrime and espionage
Shreyas ReddyShreyas Reddy October 31, 2023
North Korea shuts down Angola embassy as diplomatic closures widen
News

North Korea shuts down Angola embassy as diplomatic closures widen

Move follows closure of Uganda embassy and as media report DPRK to shutter over a dozen missions due to financial issues

North Korea shuts down Angola embassy as diplomatic closures widen
Chad O'CarrollChad O'Carroll | Joe Smith October 30, 2023
Declining Chinese border town eyes North Korean workers for economic revival
News

Declining Chinese border town eyes North Korean workers for economic revival

New industrial park in Kaishantun is far from population centers, suggesting plan to use DPRK workers for cheap labor

Declining Chinese border town eyes North Korean workers for economic revival
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko October 30, 2023
What North Korea can learn from China’s successful agricultural reforms
Analysis

What North Korea can learn from China’s successful agricultural reforms

DPRK is unlikely to embrace privatization, but China’s experience with co-ops of smaller farmers could serve as a guide

What North Korea can learn from China’s successful agricultural reforms
Peter WardPeter Ward October 27, 2023
North Korea to raise tourism prices, move to dollar payments: Tour company
News

North Korea to raise tourism prices, move to dollar payments: Tour company

Expert warns move away from euros could result in sanctions violation by foreign visitors to DPRK

North Korea to raise tourism prices, move to dollar payments: Tour company
Chad O'CarrollChad O'Carroll | Joe Smith October 26, 2023
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