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Diplomatic seminar in Sofia focuses on human rights violations in North Korea

A diplomatic seminar on the topic “EU-North Korea Relations and the Path Forward”, organized by the Atlantic Club in Bulgaria in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Sofia, takes place today in the capital city, BTA reports.

The goal of the seminar participants is to draw attention to the dire human rights situation in North Korea, as well as to identify potential solutions.

North Korean defector and famous artist Kang Chun-hyok will tell his story to the audience at the seminar. His art protests against human rights violations in North Korea.

In addition, the seminar will discuss EU policies and future directions given the evolving relationship between Russia and North Korea, including cybersecurity and non-proliferation issues.



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