North Korea

North Korea, officially known as the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a country located in East Asia on the northern part of the Korean Peninsula. It is bordered by China to the north and Russia to the northeast, with South Korea to the south, divided by the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). The capital and largest city is Pyongyang. North Korea is characterized by its single-party state led by the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea, with a centralized economy and a strong emphasis on military power. The country’s leadership has been marked by the Kim dynasty since its establishment in 1948, and it is known for its authoritarian regime, limited civil liberties, and state-controlled media. North Korea has been the subject of international scrutiny and concern due to its nuclear weapons program, human rights violations, and periodic military tensions with South Korea and other nations. The official ideology of the state is Juche, which emphasizes self-reliance and nationalism. Due to its closed nature, North Korea is often isolated from the global community, resulting in a unique political, social, and economic landscape.