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July 18, 2025

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North Korea bans foreigners from seaside resort weeks after opening

The Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Zone, opened on 1 July, has been touted as a key part of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's ambitions to boost tourism. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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North Korea has banned foreign tourists from visiting its newly opened Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Zone, just weeks after its launch on 1 July.

Foreigners are now “temporarily” barred from the resort, which was previously promoted for tourism.
Kim Jong Un aims to boost tourism as part of national ambitions.
The resort features 4km of beachfront with hotels and attractions, but reports of worker mistreatment have emerged during its construction.

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