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Strong arms: North Korea’s pandemic era weapons program

The Intelligence from The Economist

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North Korea's Control and Isolation

This chapter examines the effects of North Korea's strict pandemic measures and the implications of rare foreign interactions, revealing the regime's tactics for maintaining power amidst adversity. It highlights the detrimental impact on ordinary citizens, the alarming rise in malnutrition, and the ongoing advancements in the country's nuclear weapons program.

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