Published Sep 11, 2026, 2:25 AM ET · Updated 2 months ago · 1 source

Kim Jong Un wants North Koreans to have more (state-sanctioned) fun

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A country once defined by deprivation is now enjoying personal pampering and luxury malls. The government's drive to encourage consumer spending funnels wealth through state-controlled channels, squeezing informal markets while placating a restless middle class.