Kim Bets Big on Beaches: North Korea Unveils Grand Tourism Vision at Wonsan Kalma

For a nation largely isolated by international sanctions, tourism represents one of the precious few legal avenues for generating much-needed foreign exchange. This economic imperative drives the current push, as Pyongyang seeks to diversify its revenue streams and reduce its reliance on traditional, heavily sanctioned sectors. The careful orchestration of this new tourist zone aims to present a carefully curated image to the outside world, inviting a glimpse into a meticulously managed environment.