When it comes to getting around the North Korean countryside, it's rarely as simple as catching a bus or driving across town.
Fuel shortages, run-down vehicles and poor infrastructure mean that everyday people must be resourceful to deliver goods and get from point A to B. Most can't even travel beyond their hometown or region due to restrictions on movement within the country.
When it comes to getting around the North Korean countryside, it's rarely as simple as catching a bus or driving across town.
Fuel shortages, run-down vehicles and poor infrastructure mean that everyday people must be resourceful to deliver goods and get from point A to B. Most can't even travel beyond their hometown or region due to restrictions on movement within the country.
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