When the Leader Arrives: Economic Signals from Kim Jong Un’s Visits

• In Event: Political Communication and Regime Survival in Non-democracies

Brief Overview

This study examines how Kim Jong Uns on site visits function as economic signals. Using firm level media output from North Korea, the analysis shows that his appearances consistently precede measurable increases in industry related activity.

Authors

• Yechan Moon, Yonsei University

• Taehee Whang, Yonsei University