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The North Korean side customs area of the New Yalu Bridge appears complete, suggesting the bride may finally open soon. https://www.38north.org/2026/09/new-north-korea-china-link-appears-close-to-opening/

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Published: September 10, 2026 16:15

The North Korean side customs area of the New Yalu Bridge appears complete, suggesting the bride may finally open soon. 38north.org/2026/09/new-nort… Link New North Korea-China Link Appears Close to Opening - 38 North: Informed Analysis of North Korea …

A recent shakeup of KPA high command personnel provides insight into decision-making processes of North Korean power institutions, in what appears as continued fallout from the Pak Hui Chol corruption scandal in the KPA General Political Bureau. @NKLWorg https://www.38north.org/2026/09/changes-in-the-kpa-high-command/

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Published: September 2, 2026 23:48

A recent shakeup of KPA high command personnel provides insight into decision-making processes of North Korean power institutions, in what appears as continued fallout from the Pak Hui Chol corruption scandal in the KPA General Political Bureau. @NKLWorg …

After years of delay, North Korea has made significant progress on a trade crossing and immigration facility at the foot of the New Yalu Bridge in Sinuiju, suggesting the bridge could finally open to regular traffic soon. @martyn_williams @IlianaRagnone https://www.38north.org/2026/09/north-korea-makes-significant-progress-on-new-trade-facility-with-china/

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Published: September 2, 2026 10:41

After years of delay, North Korea has made significant progress on a trade crossing and immigration facility at the foot of the New Yalu Bridge in Sinuiju, suggesting the bridge could finally open to regular traffic soon. @martyn_williams @IlianaRagnone …

Pinned: Upcoming Event! Join 38 North & @NCNKorea on September 10, at 2pm ET, for a discussion with @sauvage_coord and @polyestherism about Jerome's experiences working in North Korea as the UN Resident Coordinator, detailed in his new memoir. In person & online: https://www.38north.org/events/engaging-north-korea-on-the-ground/

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Published: August 27, 2026 03:18

Upcoming Event! Join 38 North & @NCNKorea on September 10, at 2pm ET, for a discussion with @sauvage_coord and @polyestherism about Jerome's experiences working in North Korea as the UN Resident Coordinator, detailed in his new memoir. In person & online:…

North Korea's continued support of Russia's war has short term transactional benefits for Pyongyang, but also appears to be part of a larger strategy to shape a favorable security architecture in the region, argue Jong Eun Lee and Eul-chul Lim. https://www.38north.org/2026/08/all-the-way-with-moscow-pyongyangs-strategic-calculations-in-support-of-russias-war/

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Published: August 26, 2026 03:45

North Korea's continued support of Russia's war has short term transactional benefits for Pyongyang, but also appears to be part of a larger strategy to shape a favorable security architecture in the region, argue Jong Eun Lee and Eul-chul Lim.…

The Russia-North Korea traffic bridge aimed to open in June, but the Russian side's immigration/customs complex was nowhere near complete. Imagery shows the main parts of the complex may be ready "enough" by the revised Sept deadline. @martyn_williams https://www.38north.org/2026/08/north-korea-russia-bridge-could-open-on-revised-deadline/

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Published: August 24, 2026 23:40

The Russia-North Korea traffic bridge aimed to open in June, but the Russian side's immigration/customs complex was nowhere near complete. Imagery shows the main parts of the complex may be ready "enough" by the revised Sept deadline. @martyn_williams …

While North Korea's messaging toward the US is studied, it's restrained messaging regarding China in recent weeks is notable. It seems China-DPRK relations are still more tenuous than recent high level exchanges suggest, says @rachelminyoung1 . https://www.38north.org/2026/08/north-koreas-restrained-signaling-toward-china-continues/

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Published: August 21, 2026 19:41

While North Korea's messaging toward the US is studied, it's restrained messaging regarding China in recent weeks is notable. It seems China-DPRK relations are still more tenuous than recent high level exchanges suggest, says @rachelminyoung1 .…

North Korea's responses to Trump's unilateral reductions of the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises reiterate its world view and reaffirm talks are possible, but only under very strict conditions. The door may not be locked, but is it really open? https://www.38north.org/2026/08/a-door-ajar-a-high-bar-whither-north-korea-us-relations/

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Published: August 20, 2026 20:01

North Korea's responses to Trump's unilateral reductions of the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises reiterate its world view and reaffirm talks are possible, but only under very strict conditions. The door may not be locked, but is it really open? …

Don't miss out! Tonight (8pm ET online) we'll discuss the socioeconomic disparities between Pyongyang and the rest of the country. What is the nature of the challenge facing the regime in trying to raise living standards, or at least create better optics for its rural cities?

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Published: August 17, 2026 18:02

Don't miss out! Tonight (8pm ET online) we'll discuss the socioeconomic disparities between Pyongyang and the rest of the country. What is the nature of the challenge facing the regime in trying to raise living standards, or at least create better optics…

Vann Van Diepen digs into the various claims of improved KN-23 performance and potential Russian technical assistance. Sourcing matters, as does North Korea's own technical ability. Have the KN-23s been improved? Maybe. Here's what we can tell so far. https://www.38north.org/2026/08/the-kn-23-goes-to-war-has-it-improved-north-koreas-missiles/

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Published: August 14, 2026 20:29

Vann Van Diepen digs into the various claims of improved KN-23 performance and potential Russian technical assistance. Sourcing matters, as does North Korea's own technical ability. Have the KN-23s been improved? Maybe. Here's what we can tell so far. …

Pinned: Upcoming Event! Join us on August 17 at 8PM ET for an online discussion examining disparities across a range of socio-economic indicators between Pyongyang and more remote or rural cities. Featuring @martyn_williams & @IlianaRagnone. https://www.38north.org/events/beyond-pyongyang-regional-development-modernization-and-inequality-in-north-korea/

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Published: August 10, 2026 19:23

Upcoming Event! Join us on August 17 at 8PM ET for an online discussion examining disparities across a range of socio-economic indicators between Pyongyang and more remote or rural cities. Featuring @martyn_williams & @IlianaRagnone.…

Construction on the Russian side of the new Russia-North Korea bridge has picked up since missing the original opening date in June. The main buildings at the customs complex appear nearly finished and road work is underway, write @martyn_williams. https://www.38north.org/2026/08/russian-construction-makes-progress-toward-bridge-opening/

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Published: August 5, 2026 22:47

Construction on the Russian side of the new Russia-North Korea bridge has picked up since missing the original opening date in June. The main buildings at the customs complex appear nearly finished and road work is underway, write @martyn_williams.…

Could Lee Jae-myung's Arctic ambitions form the basis for a broader peace initiative? Lyle Goldstein and Vitaly Kozyrev discuss the geoeconomic rationale for South Korea's Arctic Activity Strategy and the potential to build regional cooperation around it. https://www.38north.org/2026/08/breaking-the-ice-in-northeast-asia-president-lees-brazen-bet-on-the-arctic/

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Published: August 3, 2026 15:37

Could Lee Jae-myung's Arctic ambitions form the basis for a broader peace initiative? Lyle Goldstein and Vitaly Kozyrev discuss the geoeconomic rationale for South Korea's Arctic Activity Strategy and the potential to build regional cooperation around it.…

RT by @38NorthNK: Pyongyang has revoked overseas labor permits (wakku) and is now blocking any contract that doesn't guarantee it enough foreign currency. https://www.dailynk.com/english/north-korea-curbs-cheap-overseas-labor-dispatch/ #NorthKorea

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Published: August 3, 2026 00:50

Pyongyang has revoked overseas labor permits (wakku) and is now blocking any contract that doesn't guarantee it enough foreign currency. dailynk.com/english/north-ko… #NorthKorea

North Korea is doubling down on naval modernization and expansion. While the commissioning and deployment of the Choe Hyon will bolster capabilities around the NLL, Bomi Kim suggests broader mission change is underway for the KPN beyond coastal defense. https://www.38north.org/2026/07/more-than-a-destroyer-what-choe-hyon-reveals-about-north-koreas-maritime-strategy/

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Published: July 30, 2026 20:19

North Korea is doubling down on naval modernization and expansion. While the commissioning and deployment of the Choe Hyon will bolster capabilities around the NLL, Bomi Kim suggests broader mission change is underway for the KPN beyond coastal defense. …

Not all of North Korea's income generation is alike. North Korean overseas medical workers illustrate how the practice may do good but may still be exploitative for the North Korean workers. George Grech offers some guidelines for rethinking blanket bans. https://www.38north.org/2026/07/not-all-overseas-income-is-alike-dprk-medical-workers-and-the-limits-of-sanctions-equivalence/

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Published: July 28, 2026 19:20

Not all of North Korea's income generation is alike. North Korean overseas medical workers illustrate how the practice may do good but may still be exploitative for the North Korean workers. George Grech offers some guidelines for rethinking blanket bans.…

North Korea's nuclear strategy - now codified in its laws and constitution - requires the US and ROK to update its defensive architecture. Yongsup Han argues this should include nuclear sharing, integrated deterrence, and technical innovation. https://www.38north.org/2026/07/north-koreas-nuclear-doctrine-implications-and-strategic-countermeasures-for-the-us-rok-alliance/

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Published: July 28, 2026 17:53

North Korea's nuclear strategy - now codified in its laws and constitution - requires the US and ROK to update its defensive architecture. Yongsup Han argues this should include nuclear sharing, integrated deterrence, and technical innovation.…

Pinned: Upcoming Event: July 29! Join 38 North for an online panel discussion exploring the implementation of North Korea’s new economic agenda and what the latest data reveal about where the North Korean economy may be headed. 7 - 8 PM EST. Register here: https://www.38north.org/events/north-koreas-post-party-congress-economic-course-and-implications-for-the-korean-peninsula/

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Published: July 23, 2026 03:35

Upcoming Event: July 29! Join 38 North for an online panel discussion exploring the implementation of North Korea’s new economic agenda and what the latest data reveal about where the North Korean economy may be headed. 7 - 8 PM EST. Register here:…

China-North Korea high level exchanges are on a roll, but so is North Korea's messaging about the permanence of its nuclear program and status. Rachel Minyoung Lee discusses how these trends help us better understand how China-NK relations are shaping up. https://www.38north.org/2026/07/north-koreas-subdued-signaling-toward-china-during-treaty-anniversary/

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Published: July 21, 2026 17:25

China-North Korea high level exchanges are on a roll, but so is North Korea's messaging about the permanence of its nuclear program and status. Rachel Minyoung Lee discusses how these trends help us better understand how China-NK relations are shaping up.…

North Korean smartphones have typically utilized Chinese-manufactured hardware & North Korean software. But a new model from Phurunhanal Electronics appears to utilize the Lava Agni 3 from India's Lava International. @martyn_williams analyzes this new find https://www.38north.org/2026/07/north-korea-taps-india-for-smartphones/

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Published: July 17, 2026 16:20

North Korean smartphones have typically utilized Chinese-manufactured hardware & North Korean software. But a new model from Phurunhanal Electronics appears to utilize the Lava Agni 3 from India's Lava International. @martyn_williams analyzes this new find…