Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
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
North Korea’s ruling party daily stresses self-reliance as key anniversary looms
Hostile forces seeking to "crush our Republic," Rodong Sinmun warns ahead of party foundation day
Kim Jong Un tours military-run farm in first appearance in almost a month
DPRK leader inspects Farm No. 1116, calls for greater efforts in resolving country's "food problem"
Work continues on DPRK side to connect long-stalled cross-border bridge with China
Following demolition of homes in road’s path, clearing continues toward DPRK highway