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Ha-young Choi
Ha-young Choi was an NK News correspondent based in Seoul. She studied Korean history, mainly focusing on modern Korean history at Korea University. Follow her on twitter @Hy_Choi0826
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Analysis The defector beat: The police who watch N. Koreans as they settleSouth Korean police officers assigned to monitor newly arrived refugees help out, but sometimes cause problems When North Korean defectors arrive in South Korea, they are led to Hanawon, an organization under the Ministry of Unification dedicated to preparing them for their adjustment. When the course is complete after three months, they can then start new life in South Korean society. © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. |