Ghost Ships and Geopolitics, with Ian Urbina and Ros Urwin
Intelligence Squared
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Ghost Ships and Fishermen's Fates
This chapter investigates the haunting discoveries of ghost ships along Japan's shores, focusing particularly on North Korean fishermen whose bodies have washed ashore. It considers the socio-economic pressures driving these fishermen into perilous waters amidst illegal fishing practices and international sanctions on North Korea. The discussion also addresses the geopolitical implications of China's fishing activities in the region and the tragic realities faced by those who venture out to sea.
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