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Hidden Economy: Money and Power in North Korea

North Korea has become increasingly isolated under a series of international economic sanctions. The country is in financial straits. How has the Kim Jong Un regime managed to stay in power? Our interviews with people who were once high-ranking officials in the leadership inner circle and an investigation in several countries revealed the existence of secret funds that only the Supreme Leader can freely use. The program will explore connection between power and money in North Korea.

English
  • Originally Aired May 24, 2014
  • Runtime 50 minutes
  • Network NHK
  • Created May 12, 2015 by
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