"North Korea Welcomes First International Tourists Since Pandemic"

North Korea has opened its borders to tourists for the first time since the pandemic, welcoming Russian travelers to visit Pyongyang and the Masik Pass ski resort. The decision reflects growing cooperation between Russia and North Korea, with the two countries collaborating on military technology and trade. The limited tourism industry in North Korea, previously focused on Chinese visitors, is now expanding to include Russian tourists, signaling a symbolic revitalization of relations with Moscow.