North Korean Official Loses Russia Post Over Family Tie
A North Korean trade official lost his Russia work assignment after failing a final background check. Authorities discovered a missing relative within his extended...
North Korea Issues China Directive Separating Trade From Ideology
North Korea's ruling party sent a new China directive to cabinet officials in late June, according to a source in Kangwon province. This China...
North Korea Orders Surprise Inspections of Civilian Militias
North Korea has launched surprise inspections targeting civilian militias nationwide ahead of a key anniversary. A source told reporters this campaign intends to raise...
Fee Hike Halts Vehicle Smuggling Along North Korea Border
North Korea's state-led vehicle smuggling trade has ground to a halt following a sudden fee hike. A source in Ryanggang province told reporters that...
North Korea Launches Nationwide Investigation Into Prison Inmate Deaths
North Korea's central authorities issued a special directive on June 12 ordering a comprehensive investigation into inmate deaths at correctional facilities nationwide. The Ministry...
