The North Korean Economy in 2021 and 2022: Muddling Through With Few Options
What was the state of the North Korean economy in 2021, and where is it headed in 2022? The …
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North Korea’s “Anti-Capitalist” Crackdown: Old Roots but New Vigor
A major crackdown is currently underway in North Korea to root out foreign culture, primarily …
Strategic Value, but Limited Prospects: North Korea’s Cement Industry
In recent months, Kim Jong Un has focused significant attention on the cement industry; he …
Kim Jong Un’s Congress Report: More Economic and Social Controls on the Horizon
Kim Jong Un’s report to the Korean Workers’ Party Congress in early January set out a clear …