Food Shortage Hits North Korea

Typhoons had badly impacted vital crops last year while weeks of drought followed by heavy monsoon rains have damaged them this year as well.

Jong-un said measures to overcome abnormal climate were needed he urges officials to tackle drought and floods urgently.

Mr Kim also called for improvements to the country’s flood management infrastructure saying river improvement, afforestation for erosion control, dyke maintenance and tide embankment projects should be prioritized.

Apart from the damage caused by natural disasters, North Korea’s economy has been hit hard by international sanctions, as well as border closures and harsh lockdowns to prevent the spread of COVID.

Although North Korea has not reported any COVID cases, it has sealed its borders and imposed lockdowns.