Closure of diplomatic buildings highlights North Korea's dire financial troubles

North Korea appears to be paring back its operations regarding diplomatic missions. Only several days after announcing that it will shut its embassy in Uganda, a vital partner in Africa, Pyongyang is now moving to close its consulate in Hong Kong, according to the Yomiuri Shimbun, a Japanese daily.

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