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News in English (USA) / 06.07.2025 / 01:00

North Korea Opens New Luxury Beach Resort Amid Speculation on Tourism

North Korea has inaugurated a massive beach resort, designed to bolster its tourism sector, with state media highlighting its luxurious features. While the resort is positioned to attract tourists, it remains largely off-limits to foreign visitors, much to the dismay of many, including Chinese citizens who express frustration over their exclusion. The North Korean government, led by Kim Jong Un, aims to draw in visitors from countries like Russia, as it seeks to enhance its image and boost economic prospects through tourism. Despite the fanfare surrounding the opening, the reality remains that most international tourists are unable to experience this new development.
NPR, The Economist, NK News, The New York Times, goSkagit, The Jerusalem Post, France 24, Newser, Omak-Okanogan County Chronicle, "Barrons"