North Korea, officially the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a country located in East Asia, on the northern half of the Korean Peninsula. Its capital and largest city is Pyongyang. The official language is Korean and the currency is the North Korean won. The population of North Korea is approximately 25 million people.
North Korea has a totalitarian single-party socialist state form of government. The country is known for its secretive and authoritarian government, led by the ruling Workers' Party of Korea. The country has a unique culture and history, with influences from China, Japan, and Russia.
The economy of North Korea is centrally planned and based on state-controlled industries, including mining, agriculture, and manufacturing. The country is known for its production of coal, iron ore, and other minerals. The country also faces a number of economic challenges, including economic sanctions, lack of foreign investment, and a lack of resources.
North Korea is a member of the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement, and the Organisation of Asian Cooperation. The country is known for its nuclear weapons program, which has led to international sanctions and tensions with other countries, particularly South Korea and the United States. The government has implemented a number of economic and social policies to address these issues and to promote sustainable economic growth and development.