The Koreas | Diplomacy | East Asia South Korea thinks the closures are a sign of the North’s economic troubles and the effectiveness of sanctions. Advertisement North Korea confirmed Friday that it’s closing some of its diplomatic missions abroad, a move that rival South Korea suspects is likely the latest sign of the North’s economic troubles amid persistent international … Read more
Advertisement As North Korea’s missile race approaches the finish line, the regime appears to be gearing up for its seventh nuclear test. Indeed, the successful launch of the Hwasong-18 suggests that the development of its intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) technology is nearing its final stage, with the only remaining step being nuclear tests aimed at … Read more
The Koreas | Economy | East Asia A consulate in China ordered trade officials to identify collaborators who can send or launder money, even if they cannot directly invest in North Korea. Advertisement North Korean authorities recently ordered trade officials to collect even more foreign currency, citing the fact that the country’s military industry urgently needs money, Daily NK … Read more