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BUSINESSJul 31 · 03:00 UTCBLOOMBERGHeesu Lee

North Korea’s Economy Expands on Russia Arms Deals, China Trade

North Korea's economy expanded for a third consecutive year in 2025, driven by arms exports to Russia, increased trade with China, and regional industrial development efforts under Kim Jong Un, according to South Korea’s central bank estimates.

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