Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
North Korea isn’t fretting about a long COVID-19 lockdown
Chinese aid will keep regime afloat as DPRK shows little interest in a quick return to pre-pandemic life
July 30, 2021
North Korea eyes China trade restart as COVID-19 import zone activity ramps up
Disinfection facility at border linked to 'grave' COVID incident sees heavy construction amid reports of 'food crisis'
July 29, 2021
Stocks surge in South Korea on hopes of renewed inter-Korean projects
Some firms linked to tourism and manufacturing in DPRK see double-digit growth following news of reconnected hotlines
July 27, 2021
North Korea’s five-year strategy set outlandish targets for economic growth
Officials aimed for 79% growth in some sectors, but the country’s own data shows it fell far short of this goal
July 23, 2021
Photos: North Korean capital bustling with changes amid prolonged lockdown
New high-resolution satellite imagery reveals the changing shape of Pyongyang
July 23, 2021
Overtaxed cell network and shoddy construction pose risks in North Korea
Poor infrastructure is a potential obstacle to humanitarian work, but the country's people could contribute in a crisis
July 21, 2021
North Korea-linked firm offering expanded range of radio hardware online
Glocom Corp’s website offerings have increased in 2021 despite U.N. sanctions pressure
July 21, 2021
Power, fuel, and roads: North Korea’s severe infrastructure risks
Problems in electricity, fuel supply, poor roads and antiquated vehicles could complicate future humanitarian operations
July 20, 2021
How North Korea’s poor infrastructure could compound devastation in a disaster
Problems in water supply, food security, health care and agriculture could complicate future humanitarian operations
July 19, 2021
North Korea delays major farmers’ meeting amid ‘food crisis,’ drought fears
State media says farmers in the country facing ‘unparalleled hardship and difficulties’
July 19, 2021
