North Korea plans to inaugurate the Wonsan-Kalma tourist resort, which aims to kickstart its nascent tourism industry, featuring hotels, restaurants, and recreational facilities. The opening follows several delays due to construction issues and the COVID-19 pandemic. The resort can host about 20,000 annual guests, starting with domestic visitors this week. Analysts predict that Russian tourists will be granted early access to the resort, reflecting the deepening ties between North Korea and Russia, particularly in light of the countries' recent mutual defense agreements.
Kim Jong-un emphasized that the Wonsan-Kalma completion is a "great success" and signifies the beginning of efforts to enhance the country's tourism industry.
Analysts suggest that Russian visitors might be the first international tourists welcomed by North Korea due to the strengthened ties between the two nations.
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