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North Korea in March 2020: a month in review and what’s ahead
An analysis of the main developments between March 1 and March 31
South Korea approves first coronavirus-related private aid for North Korea
ROK also set to donate $ 5.73 million to help DPRK with typhoon recovery, maternal and child health
Coronavirus-related restrictions lifted on foreigners in Pyongyang: embassy
Foreigners in North Korean capital now allowed to visit various shops, but must follow on-site precautions
Fate of North Korean fishermen repatriated last year unclear, South Korea says
In response to UN refoulement concerns, Seoul admits it's unsure if the two men are still alive
UN allocates $900,000 to COVID-19 response work in North Korea
Funds to go towards "life-saving health assistance" in DPRK, will be provided to WHO
Timeline: from North Korea coronavirus fears to a new bout of missile testing
NK Pro timeline charts key events from March 1 - March 31
Why, for many North Korean defectors in the South, life is getting better
Refugees are optimistic and earning more money, according to recent statistics, despite their difficult circumstances
Humanitarian aid to North Korea not subject to sanctions, Pompeo insists
DPRK, other UN member states recently called for sanctions to be lifted amid COVID-19 pandemic
Over five hundred North Korean workers remain in Russia, government says
Amid effective DPRK border closure due to COVID-19 concerns, 511 laborers reportedly stranded in Russia
MSF, UNICEF coronavirus-related medical supplies arrive in North Korea
Arrival of PPE follows sanctions exemptions in late February, reasons for delay unknown