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JH Ahn
JH Ahn was an NK News contributor based in Seoul. He previously worked as an interpreter for United States Forces Korea.
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Analysis A new phase in North Korea’s ‘Pyongyang speed?’Construction the year after fatal collapse may reveal new emphasis on stability, proper construction methods for apartment buildings Korea Central Television introduced the construction status of the new residential apartment being built in Future Scientists Streets, Pyongyang earlier this week, potentially harkening a new era of "Pyongyang speed" in which stability matters as much as rapidity. According to NK News research the current exterior of the building was built in about 300 days or possibly less. © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. |