United States Imports from North Korea was US$57.46 Thousand during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Imports from North Korea - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on November of 2025.

United States Exports to North Korea was US$1.53 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports to North Korea - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on November of 2025.

In 2023, China was North Korea's leading trading partner with an export value of goods amounting to around ****** million U.S. dollars. It was followed by Vietnam with about **** million U.S. dollars. China was also the leading trading partner in terms of North Korea's value of goods imported that year.

As of March 2025, South Korea's trade balance with North Korea was **** U.S. dollars. Trade between South and North Korea drastically declined after the closure of the Kaesong Industrial Complex in 2016, a joint inter-Korean economic project.

In 2023, North Korea conducted more than ** percent of its foreign trade with China. Its economic dependence on China has increased over the past two decades and reached its highest level that year.

United Kingdom Imports from North Korea was US$1.54 Thousand during 2023, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United Kingdom Imports from North Korea - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on December of 2025.

As of March 2025, there were ** exports recorded from South Korea to North Korea. Trade between South and North Korea significantly declined after the closure of the Kaesong Industrial Complex in 2016, a joint inter-Korean economic project.

North Korea Trade Balance: Emerging and Developing Economies: Western Hemisphere: Curacao data was reported at 8.305 USD mn in 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 5.579 USD mn for 2023. North Korea Trade Balance: Emerging and Developing Economies: Western Hemisphere: Curacao data is updated yearly, averaging 5.890 USD mn from Dec 2017 (Median) to 2024, with 8 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 9.424 USD mn in 2017 and a record low of 3.777 USD mn in 2020. North Korea Trade Balance: Emerging and Developing Economies: Western Hemisphere: Curacao data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by International Monetary Fund. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.IMF.DOT: Trade Balance: by Country: Annual.

In 2023, China was North Korea's leading trading partner, with a trade value totaling around *** billion U.S. dollars. China took up over ** percent of North Korea's total international trade value.

Historical dataset showing North Korea trade balance by year from N/A to N/A.

India Exports to North Korea was US$2.02 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. India Exports to North Korea - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on December of 2025.

Historical dataset showing North Korea trade to gdp ratio by year from N/A to N/A.

North Korea KP: Trade Balance: Advanced Economies: Slovak Republic data was reported at 0.001 USD mn in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 0.002 USD mn for 2016. North Korea KP: Trade Balance: Advanced Economies: Slovak Republic data is updated yearly, averaging 0.062 USD mn from Dec 1993 (Median) to 2017, with 25 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3.220 USD mn in 1993 and a record low of -5.092 USD mn in 2005. North Korea KP: Trade Balance: Advanced Economies: Slovak Republic data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by International Monetary Fund. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.IMF.DOT: Trade Balance: by Country: Annual.

North Korea KP: Export Value Index data was reported at 610.169 2000=100 in 2016. This records an increase from the previous number of 586.158 2000=100 for 2015. North Korea KP: Export Value Index data is updated yearly, averaging 188.983 2000=100 from Dec 1990 (Median) to 2016, with 27 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 616.525 2000=100 in 2014 and a record low of 89.972 2000=100 in 1999. North Korea KP: Export Value Index data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.World Bank: Trade Index. Export values are the current value of exports (f.o.b.) converted to U.S. dollars and expressed as a percentage of the average for the base period (2000). UNCTAD's export value indexes are reported for most economies. For selected economies for which UNCTAD does not publish data, the export value indexes are derived from export volume indexes (line 72) and corresponding unit value indexes of exports (line 74) in the IMF's International Financial Statistics.; ; United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, Handbook of Statistics and data files, and International Monetary Fund, International Financial Statistics.; ;

Canada Imports from North Korea was US$3.43 Thousand during 2021, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Canada Imports from North Korea - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on December of 2025.

North Korea KP: Trade Balance: European Union data was reported at -9.462 USD mn in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of -19.146 USD mn for 2016. North Korea KP: Trade Balance: European Union data is updated yearly, averaging -39.729 USD mn from Dec 1981 (Median) to 2017, with 37 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 107.785 USD mn in 2013 and a record low of -237.641 USD mn in 2002. North Korea KP: Trade Balance: European Union data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by International Monetary Fund. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.IMF.DOT: Trade Balance: by Country: Annual.

Techsalerator's News Events Data for North Korea: A Comprehensive Overview

Techsalerator's News Events Data for North Korea offers an essential resource for businesses, researchers, and media organizations. This dataset aggregates information on significant news events across North Korea, sourced from a range of media outlets, including official state media and international news agencies. It provides valuable insights for those interested in tracking trends, analyzing public sentiment, or monitoring developments in this unique political and economic environment.

Key Data Fields Event Date: Records the exact date of the news event, critical for monitoring trends over time or for businesses responding to changes in the North Korean context.

Event Title: A brief headline summarizing the event, allowing users to quickly categorize and assess news content based on its relevance to their interests.

Source: Identifies the news outlet or platform where the event was reported, helping users track credible sources and evaluate the reach and influence of the event.

Location: Provides geographic information about where the event occurred within North Korea. This is particularly valuable for regional analysis or localized research.

Event Description: Offers a detailed summary of the event, including key developments, participants, and potential impact. Researchers and businesses use this to understand the context and implications of the event.

Top 5 News Categories in North Korea Politics: Major coverage on government decisions, leadership changes, diplomatic relations, and policy shifts affecting the country.

Economy: Focuses on North Korea’s economic indicators, trade relations, and any significant developments in industry and commerce.

Social Issues: News covering public health, education, and societal changes within North Korea, including humanitarian concerns.

Sports: Highlights events and achievements in sports, including international competitions and national sporting activities.

Technology and Innovation: Reports on technological advancements, innovations, and their impact on North Korea’s limited tech ecosystem.

Top 5 News Sources in North Korea Korean Central News Agency (KCNA): The state-run news agency providing official information on political events, government policies, and international relations.

Rodong Sinmun: The official newspaper of the Workers' Party of Korea, offering in-depth coverage of political events and party activities.

The Pyongyang Times: An English-language newspaper that reports on North Korean developments and international relations from a state perspective.

Chosun Sinbo: A publication based in Japan but with strong ties to North Korean state media, covering North Korean and international news.

South Korean and International News Agencies: These include sources like Yonhap News Agency and Reuters, providing external perspectives on North Korean news.

Accessing Techsalerator’s News Events Data for North Korea To access Techsalerator’s News Events Data for North Korea, please contact info@techsalerator.com with your specific needs. We will provide a customized quote based on the data fields and records you require, with delivery available within 24 hours. Ongoing access options can also be discussed.

Included Data Fields Event Date Event Title Source Location Event Description Event Category (Politics, Economy, Sports, etc.) Participants (if applicable) Event Impact (Social, Economic, etc.)

Techsalerator’s dataset is an invaluable tool for monitoring significant events in North Korea. It supports informed decision-making, whether for strategic planning, research, or analysis, offering a comprehensive view of the country's news landscape.

North Korea KP: Trade Balance: Advanced Economies: Slovak Republic data was reported at 0.094 USD mn in Mar 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 0.001 USD mn for Nov 2017. North Korea KP: Trade Balance: Advanced Economies: Slovak Republic data is updated monthly, averaging 0.024 USD mn from Jan 1993 (Median) to Mar 2018, with 198 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1.115 USD mn in Oct 2003 and a record low of -2.201 USD mn in Nov 2005. North Korea KP: Trade Balance: Advanced Economies: Slovak Republic data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by International Monetary Fund. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.IMF.DOT: Trade Balance: by Country: Monthly.

North Korea KP: Trade Balance: Other Countries Not Elsewhere Classified data was reported at 2.605 USD mn in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2.732 USD mn for 2016. North Korea KP: Trade Balance: Other Countries Not Elsewhere Classified data is updated yearly, averaging 2.299 USD mn from Dec 1985 (Median) to 2017, with 23 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 12.704 USD mn in 2004 and a record low of -6.741 USD mn in 1987. North Korea KP: Trade Balance: Other Countries Not Elsewhere Classified data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by International Monetary Fund. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.IMF.DOT: Trade Balance: by Country: Annual.

Imports from North Korea in the United States remained unchanged at 0 USD Million in February. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for the United States Imports from North Korea.