AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoRegional Risk: North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan, with at least one traveling more than 900 kilometers. Seoul linked the launches to its recent hypersonic weapon test, adding to tensions that cloud the regional business climate. Russia Ties: A Russian emergency ministry delegation visited Pyongyang for talks on disaster-management cooperation, including specialist training and technical work—another extension of growing bilateral ties. Cross-Border Trade: Starbucks has opened in China’s Dandong as a new Yalu River bridge nears its debut, drawing attention to commercial prospects along the North Korea border. Money Flows: Recent coverage examines how overseas North Korean workers help fund the regime, while an alleged Chinese laundering network tied to the Lazarus Group reportedly moved more than $1 billion. Market Economy: An interview on bribery’s role in North Korea’s market economy points to the informal payments that shape everyday commerce.
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