Kim Jong Un’s Confidence, and How It Factors Into His Economic Plan
Since North Korean leader Kim Jong Un formally took power in 2012, the Korean Peninsula has …
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What to Make of North Korea’s Forward-looking Economic Strategy and Prospects
Kim Jong Un ended 2023 sounding confident, both about his positioning of North Korea’s military …
A Tax by Any Other Name: Understanding North Korea’s “Non-tax Burden” System
Homework is a source of stress for children and parents alike around the world. In North Korea, …
What Do Weapons Sales to Russia Mean for North Korea’s Economy?
North Korea’s ties with Russia are in their steepest upswing since the Cold War. On Wednesday, …