North Korea News News North Korea » Economy: North Korea-China trade ties gain momentum as new bridge opens
N. Korea and China expand trade infrastructure and provincial exchanges after a new border bridge opens, though logistical limits could slow growth.
News North Korea » Economy: As North Korea’s Economy Grows, Kim Jong Un Is Stronger Than Ever
This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. North Korea has experienced a surprising economic boom, earning $22 billion in the past four ...
News North Korea » Economy: China, North Korea Open Long-Delayed Border Bridge to Boost Trade
Security personnel keep watch at a cordoned-off waterfront before the opening ceremony for the New Yalu River Bridge, which connects China’s Dandong New Zone and North Korea’s Sinuiju, in Dandong, ...
News North Korea » Economy: North Korea's economy grew 3.5% last year as China, Russia drew closer, Seoul says
SEOUL, July 31 (Reuters) - North Korea's economy grew 3.5% in 2025, fulled by growing trade with Russia and China, for a third consecutive year of growth exceeding 3%, according to estimates by South ...
News North Korea » Economy: North Korea’s Economic Revival: More Than Just Trade With Russia And China – OpEd
North Korea appears to be enjoying its strongest economic performance in decades, with some estimates placing GDP growth at around 3.7%. Most Western commentary attributes this turnaround primarily to ...
News North Korea » Economy: North Korean workers spotted at Russian drone hub, researcher says
Researcher Jaewoo Park documents North Korean workers at Russia's Alabuga drone hub, raising concerns over labor exploitation and U.S. diplomacy.
News North Korea » Economy: North Korea's Kim makes unannounced visit to Chinese border city
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appears to have arrived in the Chinese border city of Dandong, a government source in Seoul and South Korean media said on Saturday.