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North Korea welcomes Russian tourists, likely first to visit the isolated country since the pandemic

A group of about 100 Russian tourists, including people in the tourism business, have visited North Korea in a private tour, becoming the first foreign group to enter the country since the pandemic.
The tour reflects the growing cooperation between Russia and North Korea, following a meeting between their leaders in 2019. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has recommended North Korea as a vacation destination for Russians affected by travel restrictions.
The tourists will visit landmarks in Pyongyang and a ski resort on the east coast. The trip is seen as a test tour that could pave the way for future Russian tourists.

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The Independent

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