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North Korean Workers in Russia: Exploitation and Economics

This chapter explores the complex relationship between North Korea and Russia, focusing on the employment of North Korean migrant workers in various sectors despite international sanctions. It addresses the exploitation of these workers, the challenges faced by Russia in developing its Far East, and the broader implications for Russia's economy amidst labor shortages intensified by the Ukraine conflict.

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