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Kim Jong Un far more reclusive than usual in first half of year: Analysis
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Kim Jong Un far more reclusive than usual in first half of year: Analysis

North Korean leader made second-fewest public appearances ever, focusing on military amid mixed messages on economy

Kim Jong Un far more reclusive than usual in first half of year: Analysis
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko July 4, 2023
Ask a North Korean: Why are there so many farms raising the slippery loach fish?

Ask a North Korean: Why are there so many farms raising the slippery loach fish?

The mudfish is a key income source for many, but the state promotes such aquaculture even in ill-suited environments

Ask a North Korean: Why are there so many farms raising the slippery loach fish?
Joshua Kim July 4, 2023
North Korea in June 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
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North Korea in June 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead

An analytical look at the main developments from June 1, 2023 to June 30, 2023

North Korea in June 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
NK Pro
NK Pro July 3, 2023
Secret Kim Jong Un theme park ride, new smartphone revealed in propaganda vlog

Secret Kim Jong Un theme park ride, new smartphone revealed in propaganda vlog

North Korean ‘influencer’ campaign offers unique insights into leader’s activities amid debate over YouTube deletions

Secret Kim Jong Un theme park ride, new smartphone revealed in propaganda vlog
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko June 30, 2023
State media review: North Korea warns that a hard rain’s a-gonna fall
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State media review: North Korea warns that a hard rain’s a-gonna fall

An in-depth review of the start of monsoon season, a shoe factory visit, renovating a China-DPRK monument and more

State media review: North Korea warns that a hard rain’s a-gonna fall
Seung-Yeon Chung
Seung-Yeon Chung June 29, 2023
What if North Korea keeps its COVID border controls for years to come?

What if North Korea keeps its COVID border controls for years to come?

Kim Jong Un may see little value in allowing outsiders to enter again, even if to the detriment of his people

What if North Korea keeps its COVID border controls for years to come?
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll June 28, 2023
State media review: Kim Jong Un stays silent at North Korean party meeting
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State media review: Kim Jong Un stays silent at North Korean party meeting

An in-depth review of the lack of leader speech, new plenum posters, diplomatic ties with South Sudan and more

State media review: Kim Jong Un stays silent at North Korean party meeting
Seung-Yeon Chung
Seung-Yeon Chung June 22, 2023
North Korean smartphone brand opens showcase shop on skyscraper street

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

North Korean smartphone brand opens showcase shop on skyscraper street
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko June 21, 2023
Key fertilizer chemical tops North Korean imports in May, grain shipments rise
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Key fertilizer chemical tops North Korean imports in May, grain shipments rise

Expert says food imports from China unlikely to impact most citizens amid concerns about acute hunger crisis

Key fertilizer chemical tops North Korean imports in May, grain shipments rise
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin June 20, 2023
North Korea-China trade maintains momentum in May despite slight dip

North Korea-China trade maintains momentum in May despite slight dip

May was third-strongest month for bilateral trade during pandemic, while marking a ninefold increase from last year

North Korea-China trade maintains momentum in May despite slight dip
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin June 19, 2023
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