Sanctions
Information related to sanctions developments
Hairy business: Wigs once again drive up North Korea-China trade in November
DPRK continues to import hair to make wigs, while purchasing millions in foodstuffs and selling raw materials
UN Security Council calls for dialogue after North Korean ICBM launch
US and its allies repeat demand that Russia and China act, while DPRK’s partners again blame Washington for tensions
Next steps for North Korea: Are international sanctions still relevant?
Vast majority of experts say DPRK sanctions regime is increasingly ineffective, but many argue it still has role to play
Next steps for North Korea: How open is Kim Jong Un to future diplomacy with US?
Most experts say DPRK would have limited interest in talks with new president, though some see potential in arms control
North Korea wants more Russian tourists to visit, Far East officials say
Primorsky Krai says DPRK proposed new rail, sea and air routes between countries, after delegation returns from visit
Donald Trump denies he plans to let North Korea keep nukes if reelected
Statement by former president follows report that he is open to offer sanctions relief if DPRK stops making bombs
Next steps for North Korea: How can the West and ROK influence Pyongyang?
Over 100 experts weigh in on the best policy toward the DPRK, with a plurality endorsing direct engagement and diplomacy
China likely re-exported millions of dollars of North Korean goods, data shows
DPRK alloy and wigs likely transshipped to South Korea and US, while Pyongyang imported foreign luxury goods via China
US sanctions Russian ship to ‘disrupt’ weapons trade with North Korea
Washington designates fourth ship and companies involved in alleged arms shipping operation that’s still ongoing
Russian Far East delegation arrives in North Korea to discuss economic plans
Regional governor has expressed interested in joint construction projects as DPRK laborers continue to work in Russia
