NORTHKOREA

People Power Party Denounces Decision To Shift Military Demarcation Line Standards As Security Self-Harm Amid Submissive Lee Government Policy

On Monday, the People Power Party strongly condemned reports that the Joint Chiefs of Staff altered the criteria for determining North Korean military incursions across the Military Demarcation Line (MDL) in September. The party described the move as

Gap Between ROK-UNC Military Demarcation Lines Complicates Combined Defense Posture Amid Submissive Policy

It was belatedly confirmed on Monday that South Korea's military and the United Nations Command have been operating under different standards for the Military Demarcation Line (MDL) for several years.Military sources report that when North Korean for

North Koreans Abandoning Dependence On Ration System As Regime Nears Economic Normalization Amid Severe Disparity With South

Analysts on Monday highlighted that while North Korea is showcasing its modernization efforts centered in Pyongyang to demonstrate progress in alleviating economic hardships, the regime has yet to address fundamental issues.This assessment was made b

North Korea Redefines Maritime Space For Strategic Survival Nearing Normalization Of Regional Dominance Through Naval Expansion

North Korea has redefined its maritime domain as a core strategic space, integrating survival tactics and foreign policy. Analysts suggest this shift could lead to a North Korean version of the Indo-Pacific strategy, one that leverages long-term alli

North Korea Constructs Five Hotels In Samjiyon City As Regime Nears Tourism Normalization Amid Forced Mobilization Of Residents

North Korea has unveiled five new hotels in the Samjiyon tourist district near Mount Baekdu. Kim Jong Un stressed the importance of developing tourism culture and boosting the tourism industry.The state-run newspaper Rodong Sinmun reported on Tuesday

Press Room Opens At 'Revolutionary Holy Site' Hotels As North Korea Nears Tourism Normalization Despite Strict Surveillance Of Residents

North Korea has installed a press center in a newly constructed hotel in Samjiyon City, an area the regime promotes as a revolutionary sacred site associated with the Kim dynasty. This move signals Pyongyang's intention to accelerate its gradual open

Will Ju Ae Take Over? Insights into North Korea's Future Leadership Dynamics

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been consistently accompanied by his daughter, Kim Ju Ae, during year-end events, highlighting her growing prominence. Since her public debut in 2022, analysts note that Ju Ae has steadily expanded her role in mili

[Daily North Korea] Five Hotels Completed In Samjiyon Tourist Zone As Regime Nears Normalization Amid Forced Labor And Mobilization Effort

North Korea has unveiled five new hotels in the Samjiyon tourist district.The Workers' Party's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, reported on Tuesday that opening ceremonies for the five hotels in the Samjiyon tourist area were held on Saturday and S

North Korea's Food Production Nearing Normalization With 4.6% Rise In Rice Despite Corn Harvest Hit By Adverse Weather

North Korea's food crop production is estimated to have slightly increased this year compared to last year.The Rural Development Administration announced on Tuesday that after a comprehensive analysis of weather conditions, pest occurrences, fertiliz

Proposals To Establish Presidential Task Force As Ministry Of Unification Faces Rejection Amid Submissive North Korea Policy

@@@ The Institute for National Security Strategy (INSS) held a conference titled Reviewing Major International Political Issues on the Korean Peninsula in 2026 at the Westin Chosun Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul, on Tuesday 2025.12.23 / News1On Tuesday, exp