(C) Stimson Center
North Korea is intensifying its surveillance capabilities, leveraging Chinese-made technology to monitor its population more closely. This move is part of a broader effort to maintain strict control over the country’s citizens.
Technological Imports North Korea is reportedly purchasing surveillance cameras from China, installing them in public spaces such as schools, workplaces, and airports. These cameras range from basic video feeds to advanced models with face recognition capabilities.
Biometric Data Collection The state is also collecting fingerprints, photographs, and other biometric information from its citizens, aiming to keep a comprehensive record of the population.
Infrastructure Hurdles Despite these efforts, North Korea faces challenges such as unreliable electricity and limited network connectivity, which hinder the full implementation of digital surveillance.
Border Control The COVID-19 pandemic saw North Korea impose stringent border controls, which have been maintained to some extent even after a cautious reopening in 2023. This period likely accelerated the adoption of surveillance technologies.
An Orwellian Reality North Korea’s use of Chinese-made surveillance technology is part of a larger agenda to tighten state control and promote loyalty to Kim Jong-un’s regime. While the country grapples with technological limitations, the direction is clear: more surveillance, less privacy.
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