Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
What if the US recognized North Korea as a nuclear power?
The move would open a door for better US-DPRK relations but set a damning precedent for global nonproliferation
Why Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has a limited impact on North Korea’s economy
Subsidized trade and depressed demand likely insulate the DPRK economy from food and oil price shocks — but not forever
Kim Jong Un says ‘repaying’ party with loyalty more important than happiness
North Korean leader tells conference of propaganda workers to ‘smash’ insincere belief in party’s socialist ideology
State media review: North Korea on high alert as COVID-19 cases surge in Asia
An in-depth analysis of state’s framing of COVID risk, promotion of Mount Kumgang and rebuke of human rights measures
Why North Korea introduced its own version of alternative civilian service
The DPRK’s shock detachments realize a dream of early communist leaders and provide a path to social advancement
How Seoul’s diplomatic outreach to Cairo could intrude on North Korea-Egypt ties
While Cairo and Pyongyang have ended official military cooperation, their bond will likely prove difficult to break
North Korean imports hit 20-month high as shipments of medicine jump
January resumption of rail trade appears to lift imports, though totals still well below pre-pandemic years
North Korea’s deserted beach resort megaproject unlikely to open soon: Imagery
Wonsan-Kalma has languished for years and appears low on the DPRK's priority list ahead of April holiday celebrations
State media review: North Korea likens Moon administration to a ‘prostitute’
An in-depth analysis of an appearance by top officials’ spouses, the start of growing season and a cure for weak bones
South Koreans dispatched items to North Korea just four times in 2021: Seoul
Unification ministry reports few inter-Korean goods transfers during second year of COVID-19 pandemic
