Seventy North Korean defectors’ whereabouts remain unknown as of last year, including 11 who have been missing for over a decade, according to a South Korean unification ministry report.
The data report, provided to NK News by South Korea’s main opposition Democratic Party (DP) lawmaker Hong Keewon’s office, indicates an increase of eight unaccounted-for defectors compared to 2022.
Seventy North Korean defectors’ whereabouts remain unknown as of last year, including 11 who have been missing for over a decade, according to a South Korean unification ministry report.
The data report, provided to NK News by South Korea’s main opposition Democratic Party (DP) lawmaker Hong Keewon’s office, indicates an increase of eight unaccounted-for defectors compared to 2022.
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.