Tourism to North Korea suspended amid China coronavirus concerns: operator | NK News
NK News Logo
December 03, 2024
NK News is hiring
Border Controls

Tourism to North Korea suspended amid China coronavirus concerns: operator

Measures appear similar to extensive restrictions imposed during 2014 Ebola outbreak

Tourism to North Korea has been suspended by government authorities amid growing fears surrounding the spread of China coronavirus, a travel operator told NK News on Tuesday.

The high-impact precautionary measure comes amid rising concerns in Northeast Asia surrounding the transmission of the mystery virus in recent days.

Become a member for less
than $5.75 per week.

  • Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis
  • The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop
  • Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns
  • Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting
Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts.
Subscribe now

All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time.