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Summary of external news of North Korea this week

The following is a summary of external news on North Korea this week. ------------ Chinese Embassy in N. Korea introduces Wonsan-Kalma tourism zone SEOUL -- The Chinese Embassy in North Korea has ...

First train to Pyongyang in six years leaves Beijing as neighbours revive link

The train service was suspended when the Covid-19 pandemic broke out in 2020. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Korea JoongAng Daily

North Korean marathon cancellation signals state's security concerns

North Korea has abruptly canceled the Pyongyang International Marathon, fueling speculation that the state is tightening internal control amid mounting regional uncertainty surrounding the Iran war.
UPI

North Koreans' lifelong dream: a journey beyond the border

Feb. 6 (UPI) --Executive editor's note: This is part of a series from Hyunseung Lee, "100 Truths That No One Tells You About North Korea." Have you ever considered how profound a blessing it is to ...

Four days in North Korea: no jeans, 'fake restaurants' and Celine Dion

When Janet Newenham saw an Instagram post about a trip to North Korea, she couldn't move fast enough.
Daily Jang

China, North Korea strike major deal amid US-Israel tensions in Iran

China and North Korea has decided strengthen relationship amid escalating conflict in the Middle East.The two countries have decided to resume train services after six years, The Guardian reported.