April 19, 2024
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N. Koreans learning languages through animations, novels on “Chonmyong” app

Program appears to include foreign films, English-language books

North Koreans are increasingly using a "newly-developed combined study aid system program" to learn foreign languages, a state media report and a photo obtained by NK News show.

Chonmyong teaches users through animated films and novels, state mouthpiece Arirang-Meari reported on Thursday, and can be used on smartphones and tablet PCs.

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