Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Entry permit to an apartment is on market for sale in North Korea

In North Korea all the properties belong to North Korean regime and North Korean people are allowed to live in those apartment with a few amount of housing permission fee.

However, most North Korean people think their housing as a personal property and sell their entry permit to others.  The price of some apartments in Pyongyang reaches up to hundreds of thousands dollars.  Some rich North Korean people own more than one apartment.   

North Korean regime provides apartments to important scients and some people who lost their homes because of the flood.  North Korea seems to allow western market economy as well as communist economy.

Most North Korean apartments were built more than 30 years ago so that the facilities inside the apartment are too old and need repair.  There is a big problem with the inequality of housing in North Korea because the price of housing in Pyongyang is much higher than that of some suburban cities in North Korea, even though they own one apartment per family. 

I think the price of housing will be increased much more rapidly when the new and up-to-date wide roads are constructed in the suburban cities after the unification of Korea.

https://news.v.daum.net/v/20211020093301411


Monday, December 28, 2020

North Korean regime prohibits its black markets from using foreign currencies in order to control markets under their own will power

There are about 500 black markets(Jangmadang). North Korean regime prohibits its black markets from using foreign currencies in order to control markets under their own will power.

North Korean black markets prefer foreign currencies such as Chinese Yuan and American dollars because of unstable North Korean currencies.

I wonder if North Korea is short of American dollars and Chinese Yuan.

https://imnews.imbc.com/news/2020/world/article/6041701_32640.html




The most popular meat in North Korea is rabbit

What is the most popular meat to obtain protein in North Korea?

The most popular meat in North Korea is rabbit meat because cows and pigs need grain feed.

I have never tried rabbit meats before.

What does the rabbit meat taste like?

Rabbits and goats are recommended to raise in North Korea.

I hope North Koreans will be able to enjoy pork and beef after the unification of Korea.


https://biz.chosun.com/site/data/html_dir/2020/12/28/2020122801100.html?utm_source=naver&utm_medium=original&utm_campaign=biz




Friday, December 25, 2020

Houses in North Korea is legally owned by North Korean regime but it is widely transacted personally

Even though all the houses legally belong to North Korean regime and people in North Korea are only allowed to live temporarily as long as North Korean regime permits, in reality, many North Korean people sell and buy houses.

The real estate market is so active that many people sell or purchase houses. Especially houses in Pyongyang are in very high demand and their price is also very high.

I do not think houses built in North Korea are not safe to live in very long because they are lack in sufficient concrete and reinforcing steel bars. I think they should be rebuilt after the unification of Korea.

Some rich North Korean people buy and build many houses as an investment. North Korean regime allows such investment to collect tax from them.

https://news.v.daum.net/v/20201226083209371?f=o

Saturday, November 16, 2019

It takes one year to obtain a driver's license in North Korea.

It takes one year to obtain a driver's license in North Korea.
Those who want to be drivers must accept a recommendation from North Korean regime and attend driving school for about one year.

Driver's licenses are considered professional skills in North Korea.  Drivers can go to any places in North Kores so that they are able to catch popularity and they are so respected professions.

If drivers are arrested for drinking or violating traffic laws, North Korean police make a hole in the driver's license. If the holes become five (5), then drivers lose their license.

After the unification of Korea, many new or used cars will be imported to North Korea and driving schools will be a good business in North Korea.

http://nk.chosun.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=3755



Monday, November 11, 2019

In 2018 about 200,000 foreign tourists visited North Korea

In 2018 about 200,000 foreign tourists visited North Korea.
Among them, 90 percent was from China.

Kim Jong Un is interested in developing Wonsan and Galma Ocean Tourism Area including Masikryong Ski Resort because the tourism business in North Korea is not restricted by the USA.

After the unification of Korea, North Korea will be the hottest place for foreign tourists.

http://news.kmib.co.kr/article/view.asp?arcid=0924107395&code=11121400&cp=nv




Tuesday, October 15, 2019

My grandmother was in the middle of Korean War in 1950

My grandmother, Bong Ja Han, passed away a few days ago.

She was in the middle of Korean War in 1950. At that time she was attending Daejon teacher's school to become an elementary school teacher.

She had to quit her studying and escaped on foot from her home to her grandfather's house located in Goheung. I understand it took many days and nights because she had to walk toward Geheung from Daejeon on foot.

I hope there will be no war again in Korean Peninsula.




Saturday, July 6, 2019

북한에서 사업하면서 정보를 수집하거나 해외로 넘길 경우

알렉 시글리라는 호주인이 북한에서 추방당했다. 그는 북한 김일성대학교 대학원에서 공부도 하면서 북한여행 전문 여행사를 운영했다. 그런데 이 호주인이 북한에서 정보를 수집해서 해외로 넘겼다는 이유로 체포되었다가 추방당했다.

알렉 시글리는 평소에 북한의 사진과 북한에 대한 글을 SNS에 올렸다. 이 것은 아무런 문제가 되지 않았다. 그런데 알렉 시글리는 북한에 대해서 부정적인 기사를 올리는 매체에 사진을 제공했다. 이 것은 북한의 입장에서 체포할 이유가 되었다.

만약 북한에서 사업을 하다가 북한에 대한 정보를 수집하거나 해외로 그 정보를 넘기면 이렇게 체포되고 추방당할 수 있다.
만약 추방당하면 북한의 재산, 집, 돈도 모두 북한에 몰수될 수도 있지 않을까?

https://view.asiae.co.kr/article/2019070619522150991





Saturday, January 19, 2019

There are 6000 taxes in Pyongyang and 0.5 dollar per 1 km

How many taxes in Pyongyang?
There are 6000 taxes in Pyongyang.

How much is the cost to use taxes in Pyongyang?

0.5 dollar per 1 km

https://news.naver.com/main/ranking/read.nhn?mid=etc&sid1=111&rankingType=popular_day&oid=047&aid=0002215073&date=20190120&type=1&rankingSeq=7&rankingSectionId=104


How much is the private tutor in Pyongyang?
160 to 200 Chinese Yuan per month.
It is almost equal to 22 dollars to 30 dollars.
It is a high amount of pay in Pyongyang.


Saturday, October 27, 2018

North Korean students learn English from the 3rd grade in the elementary school

Students in North Korea begin to learn English from the from the 3rd grade in the elementary school.
English is important even in North Korea.
Many North Korean students begin to think English is a big window to the world.
I think North Korea will need more English teachers and many more native speakers of English.



Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Private educational institutes are increasing in North Korea.

Private educational institutes are increasing in North Korea.
English are computer are popular subjects in private education in North Korea.
I wonder if North Korea has enough English native teachers.

http://imnews.imbc.com/weeklyfull/weekly07/4241649_17999.html



Wednesday, May 30, 2018

McDonald will be open in Pyongyang.

McDonald will be open in Pyongyang.

If the result of the peace talk between USA and North Korea turns out good, people in Pyongyang can eat hamburgers of McDonald.

http://news.donga.com/3/all/20180505/89944177/1


Friday, May 11, 2018

USA is ready to help North Korea to reach the economic standard of South Korea.

USA is ready to help North Korea to reach the economic standard of South Korea.
There will be a lot of business opportunities between the USA and North Korea.

http://news.tvchosun.com/site/data/html_dir/2018/05/12/2018051290016.html


Saturday, April 28, 2018

A liaison office at Kaesong Industrial Region will be establish.

President Moon and Kim Jong Un want to establish a liaison office at Kaesong Industrial Region.
The liaison office will improve mutual cooperation on behalf of Embassies.

https://news.sbs.co.kr/news/endPage.do?news_id=N1004735388&plink=ORI&cooper=NAVER



Friday, April 20, 2018

한미수교 덕분에 미국 외교관을 더 많이 뽑지 않을까?

곧 Trump 미국 대통령과 북한의 김정은 위원장이 만나서 정상회담을 할 예정이다.
만약 평양에 미국 대사관을 설치한다면, 한국어를 구사할 수 있는 외교관도 많이 채용하지 않을까?

https://careers.state.gov/work/foreign-service/officer/


Friday, March 30, 2018

북한과 미국이 수교를 맺는다면, 어떤 사업이 번창할까?

북한이 핵무기를 모두 폐기하고, 미국과 국교를 맺는다면 평양에 미국 대사관이 설치될 것이다.
김정은이 핵무기를 포기하고, 경제와 문화를 개방할까?
핵무기를 버린 후 그 다음으로 북한 주민의 인권 문제를 해결할 수 있을까?

그리고 미국인들이 자유롭게 북한을 여행하고, 미국인의 안전과 생명이 보호받을 수 있을 것이다.
만약 미국과 북한이 국교를 맺는다면, 어떤 사업으로 북한 시장에 손쉽게 접근할 수 있을까?
북한은 워낙 문제가 많은 나라이기 때문에 해결해야 할 문제가 산 넘어 산이다.

전기 공급, 석유와 생필품 수출 등 여러 가지가 있지만, 그 중에서도 투자 금액이 많이 필요하지 않은 영어 학원이 예상된다.

베트남은 한 때 미국과 전쟁을 했었다. 지금의 베트남은 비록 공산국가이지만 문호를 개방한 후 영어 학원이 많이 생겼다.
어쩌면 앞으로 3~4년 정도 후에 미국인 원어민 강사가 북한 학생들을 가르치지 않을까?
과연 그런 일이 생길까?


 

Monday, March 19, 2018

Tourism in KumGang mountains

  Mt. KumGang 금강산 金剛山, literally "Diamond Mountain", is a range of mountains in DPRK. It is also the most famous mountain and a symbol of the country. It often appears in paintings, patriotic songs and poetries.



  Recently, Mt. KumGang has also become a famous tourist destination, due to its magnificent view and picturesque landscape throughout the seasons. The government seems to be seeking investment for local hotel projects. Facing heavy sanctions, tourism might be a rather stable source of income.


  The mountains are usually divided in 3 areas: Inner KumGang, Outer KumGang and Sea KumGang, each with unique visual features. The formation of its unique shape is due to the climate and geological activity.

- Inner KumGang: Nice views, visitors enjoy walking in Manpok ravine.


- Outer KumGang: Many rocky peaks. Chipson peak has many waterfalls.


- Sea KumGang: Famous for lagoons and stone pillars.


  It is interesting to find that Mt. KumGang is actually very close to the border of South Korea, and on a spot South Korea's land can be seen clearly afar. It makes us wonder if some defectors ever managed to swim across the sea. It is so near yet so far.

 
South Korea is on the opposite side as you can see.

Friday, March 9, 2018

트럼프 대통령과 김정은 위원장이 만난 후 국가대 국가로 미국과 북한이 교류할 수도 있을까?

트럼프 대통령과 김정은 위원장이 만나서 국가대 국가로 미국과 북한이 교류할 수도 있을까?

아무도 모른다.
미국 트럼프 대통령과 김정은 위원장이 5월에 만나서 어떤 대화를 하고 어떤 결과를 얻을지 아무도 모른다.

만약 미국이 북한을 하나의 국가로 인정하고, 국가대 국가로 수교를 할 수도 있을까?
만약 북한에 미국 대사관이 설치되고 미국의 투자 기회 확대와 미국인의 안전이 보장된다면, 북한의 입장에서 아주 굉장한 기회가 찾아올 수도 있다.

http://www.ytn.co.kr/_ln/0101_201803092209300367



Saturday, March 3, 2018

통일 이후에도 북한식 문화는 보전할 가치 충분

북한 사람들의 춤, 노래, 음식은 조금 독특하다.

한반도 통일 이후에도 북한식 식당, 음식, 서커스, 문화는 보전을 하면 관광객 유치에도 크게 도움이 될 것 같다. "북한 역사 박물관"을 만들어 잘 보전했으면 좋겠다. 북한의 독특한 문화와 역사를 보기 위해서 많은 해외 관광객들이 방문하지 않을까? 북한의 역사와 문화도 하나의 Business로서 자리 잡지 않을까?

김일성과 김정은의 기념비도 부수지 말고, 과거의 역사물로 보전하면 좋을 것 같다. 부끄러운 것이라고 모두 없애버리면 역사가 없지 않을까?

후손들에게 잘못된 역사를 한 부분을 보여주는 것도 교훈이 되지 않을까?

지금은 북한이 여행하기 위험한 곳이고, 미국에서도 북한 여행을 금지하고 있다.
그러나 한반도 통일이 되면 북한의 독특한 음식과 문화를 보려고 세계의 많은 사람들이 오지 않을까?


Saturday, February 24, 2018

한반도 통일 이후에 노동집약적인 산업에 북한의 노동인력을 활동

북한은 국제무역 적자국가

미국 Georgetown Univeristy의 William Brown 교수는 북한이 자립적인 국가인 것 처럼 보이려고 하지만, 1948 이후 무역 흑자를 기록한 적이 없다고 주장하셨다.


“북한은 ‘주체’를 내세우며 자립적인 것처럼 보이려 한다. 그들은 항상 이야기한다. 자립(self-reliance), 자립, 자립(웃음). 하지만 너무 많이 말하는 것은 사실이 아니라는 뜻이기도 하다. 사회주의 시절 소련과 동유럽이 북한에 많은 투자를 해서 많은 공장과 기계, 숙련된 노동자들이 있었다. 인적 자원도 강하다. 모두가 잘 교육받고 노동하는 법을 알고 있다. 광물과 금속, 수력 자원도 풍부하다. 긍정적인 측면이 많다. 이런 것들로 자신들이 자립적이라고 생각한다. 그러나 북한의 국제 무역을 실제 들여다보면 다른 것이 보인다. 1948년 이후 북한은 한 번도 무역 흑자를 기록한 적이 없다. 항상 적자였다.”


북한은 실업률 상승으로 Inflation 위험에 노출되어 있다.


한반도가 통일 된다면, 노동집약적인 산업에 북한의 노동인력을 활동할 수 있지 않을까?

http://www.hankookilbo.com/v/52cec6d4c0734ec78ff1754825205c58






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