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November 15, 2024
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North Korea cancels Hyon Song Wol delegation, provides no explanation

Unclear if inspection visit will go ahead at later date

A seven person delegation from North Korea scheduled to visit South Korea on Saturday has abruptly cancelled its plans the evening before its arrival, South Korea's Ministry of Unification (MOU) said late Friday evening.

The delegation was to be led by Hyon Song Wol, a North Korean musician and former member of the country's primary propaganda troupe, the Moranbong band.

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