Economy
Information related to the North Korea economic sector
North Korea’s ambitious economic targets belie struggles on the ground
The DPRK’s latest five-year plan again sets unrealistic goals, as state media reports provide a veneer of success
DPRK discusses laws on youth education, local development and economic planning
Top officials also call for execution of ‘recycling law’ to promote using resources and equipment available at home
Cryptocurrency guru pleads guilty to conspiracy to violate North Korea sanctions
Virgil Griffith faces up to 20 years in prison for providing information on how to skirt sanctions with cryptocurrency
North Korea’s improved cyber capabilities threaten financial institutions: FBI
FBI chief describes 'growing' cyber espionage threat and challenge of investigating cyberattacks to Senate committee
North Korean disinfection zone still not operating despite activity: imagery
Reports previously suggested the zone would open in August to help kick-start trade with China
Chinese firm boasts of business and connections with North Korean entities
Firm allegedly helped DPRK acquire point of sale devices that experts say could strengthen state control over economy
North Korea in August 2021: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from August 1, 2021 to August 31, 2021
Unification minister hopes to extend inter-Korean tourism to Russia and beyond
Lee In-young lays out plans for regional economic cooperation at Russian forum
Kim Jong Un raises ‘urgent’ issues of food supply, COVID and flooding
North Korean leader’s remarks at politburo meeting underscore litany of challenges country faces as a result of lockdown
US bars travel to North Korea for another year, citing ‘serious risk of arrest’
Americans will not be allowed to travel to the country unless explicit permission granted by State Department
