CLEAN : North Korea shoring up loyalty in face of pandemic: analysts

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by a regime in managing public discontent amid economic struggles. It highlights the regime's response to crises, such as the pandemic and sanctions, by increasing control measures. The impact of COVID-19 allowed the regime to implement unexpected policy changes, like import restrictions. Despite economic difficulties, the regime remains committed to its nuclear and missile programs.

What is the North Korean regime's concern regarding public sentiment if controls are imposed?

• The public will become more supportive.

• The public will remain indifferent.

• The public will demand more controls.

• The public will become more discontented.

How is the North Korean regime attempting to present Kim Jong-un?

• As a military leader.

• As a cosmetic leader.

• As a traditionalist.

• As an economic reformer.

What historical period does the current level of control in North Korea resemble?

• The era of Kim Il-sung.

• The era of Kim Jong-il.

• The era of Kim Jong-un.

• The era of the Korean War.

What unexpected measure did the North Korean regime implement due to COVID-19?

• Increased foreign trade.

• Relaxed border controls.

• Drastic import restrictions.

• Enhanced public freedoms.

Despite the economic crisis, what is North Korea's stance on its nuclear program?

• They will seek international approval.

• They will pause it temporarily.

• They will maintain and expand it.

• They plan to reduce it.