Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
Kim Jong Un stresses rural progress at latest factory opening in southwest
North Korean leader attends third opening ceremony for Regional Development 20x10 Policy, but doesn’t give speech
Russia pushes forward North Korea bridge project amid active weapons trade
New construction for road link over Tumen River comes after Moscow approved funding last month
North Korea in December 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from December 1 to December 31, 2024
North Korean soju producer, pharmaceutical firms apply to sell goods in Russia
Three companies include one tied to DPRK military as countries boost commercial ties despite sanctions
Plenum leadership reshuffles preview Kim Jong Un’s priorities for new year
North Korean leader named close confidants for economic roles, while absences hinted at policy changes for Trump return
Beyond Russia: The overlooked developments set to define North Korea in 2025
Economic troubles could increase pressure on regime, while selective reopening is redefining ties with outside world
North Korea delays opening of giant Wonsan Kalma resort again to June 2025
Kim Jong Un inspects site and touts ‘political stability’ as foreign tourist draw amid South Korea’s impeachment crisis
Kim Jong Un opens scallop farm to bring ‘riches’ to nuclear submarine town
North Korean leader also calls for transition from ocean fishing to aquaculture amid push to develop rural areas
North Korean defectors report highest-ever life satisfaction in 2024: Survey
But ROK government also finds rising unemployment among female escapees, underscoring persistent economic challenges
Seoul sanctions North Korean IT workers for raising illicit funds for nukes
New designations target 15 individuals and DPRK firm for earning foreign currency through remote work
