North Korea’s economy grew 3.5% last year as China, Russia drew closer, Seoul says | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis

SEOUL--North Korea’s economy grew 3.5% in 2025, fueled by growing ‌trade with Russia and China, for a third ⁠consecutive year of growth exceeding ⁠3%, according to estimates by South Korea’s central bank released on Friday.