Tag: capital
N. Korea cracks down on booming private bus industry
North Korean authorities have launched a major crackdown on illegal bus operations as the industry becomes increasingly lucrative.
According to a Pyongyang source recently, emergency...
Luxury blankets hit Pyongyang markets, test locals’ wallets
North Korea's regime has recently made luxury blankets available to Pyongyang residents, following an earlier distribution of seafood - moves apparently aimed at reinforcing...
Security fears drive Pyongyang’s taxi industry clampdown
Pyongyang authorities have launched a crackdown on illegal practices in the city's growing taxi industry. As taxis have become a central part of the...
Daily life interrupted as Pyongyang’s power shortage drags on
The power shortage in North Korea's capital Pyongyang remains severe, creating serious disruptions to daily life. Despite efforts to tap renewable energy sources like...
North Korea’s 4G launch: Pyongyang first in phased rollout
North Korea launched 4G mobile service in September 2023, but initially service was only available in a few major cities, including the capital of...
North Korea launches campaign to mobilize citizens’ idle cash
North Korea has launched a nationwide campaign to mobilize citizens' idle cash through interest-bearing business investments. While the initiative originated with regional enterprises, it...
Pyongyang’s drone drama: Official narrative meets internal skepticism
North Korea has accused South Korea of orchestrating a recent drone infiltration over Pyongyang and delivered an ideological lecture to senior party officials about...
North Korea tackles malnutrition crisis among displaced in Pyongyang
North Korean authorities have launched initiatives to combat malnutrition among displaced people in Pyongyang, amid concerns about their deteriorating health. The directive, issued by...
Sink or swim: North Korea’s war prep hits the pool
North Korean authorities have intensified swimming education in Pyongyang's middle schools, citing war preparedness, as teachers face unprecedented scrutiny of their aquatic skills.
Speaking anonymously,...
Fuel theft sparks citywide crackdown on Pyongyang gas stations
The discovery of a gas station attendant pilfering and reselling government fuel in Pyongyang has triggered a sweeping inspection of all petrol stations in...
