Cockroaches, surveillance and 16-hour days: The life of a North Korean worker in Russia
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Article Summary
This article highlights that North Korean workers sent to Russia are facing dire exploitation, being forced to work long hours for minimal pay and often ending up in debt. These state-sponsored labor programs, which are a major source of foreign currency for North Korea's military, also provide a labor boost for Russia, despite UN sanctions.
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