The Jordan Harbinger Show 1154: Sean Williams | The North Korea-China-Drug Cartel Connection
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May 15, 2025 Sean Williams, a journalist and host of the Underworld podcast, dives into the grim realities of North Korea's operation as a global crime syndicate. He discusses the regime's reliance on forced labor, human trafficking, and sophisticated cybercrime, like the notorious $1.5 billion cryptocurrency heist by the Lazarus Group. Williams also unpacks China's shadow economy, with the untraceable 'flying money' money transfer system being exploited by drug cartels. The intricate relationship between North Korea and China reveals surprising benefits for both nations amid a chaotic international landscape.
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North Korea As Mafia State
- North Korea operates more like a mafia than a traditional country.
- The regime funds itself through illicit activities including forced labor and cybercrime.
North Korean Slaves in Poland
- North Korean laborers in Poland work in hazardous conditions without safety gear.
- A Polish labor agent openly admitted to illegal exploitation without concern.
Dandong Coffee Shop Refugee Smuggling
- In Dandong, China, North Korean workers are often under strict control and have little freedom.
- Refugees are reportedly smuggled and hidden in Mormon-run coffee shops near the border.