Story Archive
2016-06-10
The new procedure allows firms and factories to conduct transactions without relying on promissory notes.
2016-06-03
Meanwhile, security officers travel with larger vessels to monitor crews' use of communications equipment.
2016-05-27
The 'dishonorable discharge' means expulsion from the Workers Party, but at least worn out soldiers get to go home.
2016-05-26
Political prisoners and citizens of low social standing are sent to work in the mines under harsh conditions, report says.
2016-05-18
Clothing must not bear labels showing manufacture in rival South Korea, though.
2016-05-13
Judicial authorities will not allow them to work in outside business ventures unless they fulfill their work obligations to the state.
2016-05-12
Soldiers from less well-off families meanwhile serve at dangerous posts or in construction brigades.
2016-05-06
Many are exhausted from working without compensation to show their commitment to the repressive regime.
2016-05-05
UN sanctions are helping push vacancy rates up in Dadong, China as business with North Korea slows.
2016-05-05
They are avoiding patronizing them so as to not attract additional attention from North Korean monitors who track their moves.
2016-04-29
But sales of Taedonggang beer are limited to stores that carry products for the Korean communities in two cities in Liaoning province.
2016-04-28
Removal of a national symbol looks like a protest against the dictatorship.
2016-04-25
Police in North Hamgyong province stop and fine drivers for a wide range of infractions, sources say.
2016-04-19
Closures come after deputy health minister finds multiple problems at clinics in Dar es Salaam following RFA investigation.
2016-04-19
The move will further reduce the profits earned by store managers, adding to central government revenue.
