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North Korea-China trade maintains momentum in May despite slight dip
May was third-strongest month for bilateral trade during pandemic, while marking a ninefold increase from last year
Russia says it exported 1,300 tons of wheat flour to North Korea in May
Moscow has released regular updates on grain shipments this year, despite formerly suspending publication of trade data
North Korea in May 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from May 1, 2023 to May 31, 2023
North Korea exported record amount of fake hair to China in April, data shows
Expert says DPRK has used prison labor in past to turn human hair imports into wigs, fake beards and eyelashes
North Korea-China trade continues steady rise as DPRK exports hit five-year high
Increase in bilateral trade implies ‘significant and ongoing’ relaxation of border controls, expert says
Russia sent over 1K tons of wheat flour to North Korea, state agency says
April shipment is latest in series of grain exports to DPRK in recent months, as Pyongyang stresses food production
North Korea in April 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from April 1, 2023 to April 30, 2023
North Korea’s rice imports soar in March to largest monthly total of pandemic
Expert calls grain shipments ‘a big deal’ that could ensure more North Koreans can eat amid concerns about food shortage
North Korea’s trade with China more than doubles in March on-year
Expert calls strong month a positive sign for DPRK people amid reported food shortages, as trade nears pre-COVID levels
North Korea in March 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from March 1, 2023 to March 31, 2023
