North Korea Tourism and Government

North Korea is reopening its borders to tourists for the first time in five years, starting with the city of Rason, a special economic zone. While Pyongyang remains closed, Rason will welcome Western tourists as part of organized tours by Beijing's Coro tours. Rason has been a testing ground for new economic policies and offers attractions like factories, schools, and banks. Tours begin on February 12th, coinciding with national celebrations for Kim Jong Il's birthday. However, visitors from the United States and South Korea are not permitted.

Which city in North Korea is set to open for tourists for the first time in five years?

• Pyongyang

• Seoul

• Beijing

• Rason

What type of government does North Korea have?

• Totalitarian dictatorship

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Federal republic

When did North Korea seal its borders due to the COVID-19 pandemic?

• 2020

• 2019

• 2021

• 2018

Which tour operator announced the reopening of bookings to Rason?

• Coro Tours

• Beijing Tours

• Pyongyang Travels

• Seoul Adventures

What is Rason known for in terms of economic policies?

• First mobile network

• First international airport

• First university

• First theme park

When are the first tours to Rason scheduled to start?

• March 15th

• February 12th

• April 20th

• January 1st

Which countries are excluded from booking tours to Rason?

• China and Japan

• United States and South Korea

• Russia and India

• Australia and Canada

What event coincides with the start of the tours to Rason?

• Harvest Festival

• Independence Day

• New Year's Day

• Kim Jong-il's birthday