March 28, 2024
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N.Korea, Iran to increase trade – ambassador

DPRK ambassador to Iran says North Korea hoping to buy Iranian oil, cooperate on agriculture

North Korea’s ambassador to Iran said the two countries would look to increase cooperation across numerous sectors, according to local media yesterday.

Speaking to Iranian news agency Fars News, DPRK Ambassador Kang Sam Hyon said the two would increase trade even though U.S. sanctions against North Korea remain in place.

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