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North Korea’s new cargo ships flock to Chinese ports handling iron and coal
NK Pro analysis points to DPRK’s illicit efforts to generate currency through exports and acquire Chinese ships
The revolving door: Why people end up quitting the North Korea field
Frustration at lack of progress among factors driving exodus, which some fear could diminish understanding of DPRK
North Korean smartphone brand opens showcase shop on skyscraper street
Jindallae brand appears to be growing in popularity, despite persistent economic problems in much of the country
Chinese crane vessel engages in likely illicit transfer with North Korean ship
Satellite imagery shows three ships side by side outside Nampho, amid suspicious surge in activity around port
US says North Korean missile agency sent 1,000 workers to China, sold to Iran
Treasury sanctions Beijing-based couple for allegedly helping bring workers to China and procuring missile materials
North Korea wants to remove household solar panels, build community energy farms
Expert says citizens could lose power without personal panels, which became popular amid chronic energy shortages
One step forward, two back: North Korea’s confounding new financial reforms
Reports suggest regional banks have more power than ever, even as state reigns in market mechanisms on national level
Kim Jong Un secretly visited medical factories last year, state media reveals
Rare inspections tied to economy come amid focus on military, as leader also approves new mural to push personality cult
North Korea imports new Chinese electric vehicles for self-branded showroom
Display of EVs from Chinese automaker BYD at upscale Pyongyang neighborhood points to likely UN sanctions violations
‘Oppa Ganbu Style’: Why growth medications are popular among North Korean elites
Experts say height and appearance has become a symbol of status and power in DPRK
