North Korea's unexpected economic gains from global turmoil
North Korea exploits international crises, such as the COVID pandemic and the Ukraine war, to strengthen its economy and consolidate its military power by improving relations with Moscow and Beijing, and increasing trade and economic activity within the country. Despite ongoing poverty and malnutrition, it achieved an economic growth rate of 3.7% in 2024, and its financial and military capabilities have become stronger, benefiting from war profits, smuggling, and hacking operations. This shift is seen more as a success of the political regime than a form of prosperity for the people.
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