Key Market Indicators
North Korea's tobacco production is projected to hit approximately 102,440 metric tons by 2028, up from 95,770 metric tons in 2023. This represents an average annual growth rate of 1.1%. Historically, North Korean tobacco supply has been on an upward trend, increasing by 1.5% annually since 1966. In the global rankings for 2023, North Korea held the 13th position, with Argentina surpassing it with a similar output of 95,770 metric tons. Leading the global production chart, India, Brazil, and Zimbabwe took the second, third, and fourth spots, respectively.