Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
Ask a North Korean: how has drug culture evolved in North Korea?
"Many are driving themselves into ruin for a momentary escape from their depressing reality"
Imagery reveals near-constant activity at North Korean coal terminal in October
Planet imagery taken almost every day shows regular traffic despite sanctions
North Korea’s economic situation is “very difficult,” party daily admits
Rodong Sinmun calls for greater self-sacrifice, knowledge-sharing among economic officials
In Samjiyon visit, Kim Jong Un says construction a blow to U.S.-led “enemies”
Progress nearing third and final stage, Kim says, as images show drastic changes since April visit
How China uses tourism to alleviate sanctions pressure on North Korea
The flow of PRC visitors to the DPRK can be turned on and off like a tap, helping Beijing stay in control
UN-sanctioned oil tanker with ties to North Korea appears near Chinese coast
Tanker has been involved in both ship to ship transfers and direct deliveries to the DPRK
Apartment blocks being demolished near Pyongyang’s Ryugyong Hotel, imagery shows
Bulldozing of older buildings appears to be emerging trend in North Korean capital’s center
Russian refined oil exports to North Korea bounce back in August: data
Shipments follow a similar trend to last year, numbers provided to the 1718 Committee show
Fueling the country: tracking North Korea’s growing number of gas stations
Reflecting increasing demand, new stations are popping up across the DPRK
North Korea signs on to global intellectual property treaty: WIPO
World Intellectual Property Organization treaty covers local export products
