North Korea. Russia deepen alliance; Apples, ammunition & manpower cross the border

North Korea. Russia deepen alliance; Apples, ammunition & manpower cross the border

While Russia may gain labour and weapons, the benefits to North Korea are not purely economic, as access to Russian funding and technology would likely accelerate the North’s weapons programme

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un attend a state reception in Pyongyang, North Korea, June 19, 2024. File Image/Sputnik via Reuters