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North Korean workers abroad

After Zhao Leji’s Visit, What’s Next for China-North Korea Relations?

After Zhao Leji’s Visit, What’s Next for China-North Korea Relations?

By Lee Sang-yong
Recently, North Korea’s relations with Russia have seemingly outpaced ties with China. But Pyongyang has more to gain from China than from Russia.

North Korea Sends Workers to Russia-Occupied Territory in Eastern Ukraine

North Korea Sends Workers to Russia-Occupied Territory in Eastern Ukraine

By Seulkee Jang
Pyongyang made the decision after concluding that Russia had gained the upper hand in its war with Ukraine.
Air Koryo Flight Brings North Korean Defense Researchers, Students to Russia

Air Koryo Flight Brings North Korean Defense Researchers, Students to Russia

By Seulkee Jang
North Korea sent researchers from its Missile General Bureau to receive advanced rocket engine technology from Russia, a source told Daily NK.

North Korean Workers Abroad Can’t Escape the Regime’s Human Rights Abuses

North Korean Workers Abroad Can’t Escape the Regime’s Human Rights Abuses

By Lee Sang Yong
The world must expand its channels of communication with North Koreans working overseas to prevent human rights abuse.

North Korea Likely to Lift Pandemic Border Restrictions in 2023

North Korea Likely to Lift Pandemic Border Restrictions in 2023

By Sangsoo Lee
North Korea’s quest to strengthen its military power will require financial backing – which means reopening borders for trade and migrant workers. 

How the North Korean Government Is Squeezing Foreign Currency Out of Its People

How the North Korean Government Is Squeezing Foreign Currency Out of Its People

By Sang Yong Lee
The North Korean government’s persistent efforts to acquire foreign currency reflects the severity of the economic crisis the country is facing.

How North Korea Uses ‘Students’ and ‘Trainees’ Overseas to Bypass UN Sanctions 

How North Korea Uses ‘Students’ and ‘Trainees’ Overseas to Bypass UN Sanctions 

By Tae-jun Kang
A deadline for recalling North Korean workers has passed, but some have stayed or returned abroad by simply changing their visa type.
North Korea Turns to Russia for Cash

North Korea Turns to Russia for Cash

By Tae-jun Kang
Since the Putin-Kim summit, North Korea has been stepping up economic ties with Russia.

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