April 18, 2024
Ask A North Korean

Studying a foreign language you may never use

All North Korean students have to learn a second language, only the privileged classes may put them to use

Every week we ask a North Korean your questions, giving you the chance to learn more about the country we know so little about.

This week Kristo from Estonia asks:

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