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November 06, 2024
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N.Korea’s emphasis on technology continues: Report

North's push for 'knowledge economy' may be more sustainable than 'strong and prosperous country'

Scientists, at least, seem to have a promising future in Kim Jong Un’s North Korea.

The North has been reshuffling government sponsored science research organizations and building facilities for researchers, according to a report by the Science and Technology Policy Institute (STEPI) unveiled on Thursday.

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