Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
How North Korea’s navy was appropriated by the market economy
In the 90s, ships meant to police the maritime border became centers of private enterprise
Labor of love: the Cheollima movement in North Korean film
From the 1950s to the 1980s, DPRK cinema extolled the ideological benefits of hard work
Where U.S. North Korea strategy goes from here
Washington is likely to move forward under its own steam when it comes to further responses against the North
North Korean textiles hit yearly highs ahead of sanctions vote
DPRK earnings from textiles grew more than tenfold in eight years
Resolution 2375: Strongest ever sanctions, or a very small step?
New measures will have a rippling effect, but implementation remains a challenge
U.S. State Department says Chinese crude still flowing to North Korea
Fact sheet says 4 million barrels cross the border each year
Several North Korean tankers return to service
Though activity still low when compared to recent years
Why sanctions may harm North Korea’s burgeoning market reforms
Domestic efforts to liberalize the economy should be encouraged, not punished
North Korea continues work on pier at Nampho oil terminal
The project nears completion despite possible supply issues and impending ban
What explains the DPRK’s intensive testing schedule?
Sprint-finishing the end of its prohibited programs makes good strategic sense for North Korea