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South Korea Expands Access to North Korean Media

2/18/2026

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  • Since January 2026, South Koreans can access North Korea's Rodong Sinmun at over 180 libraries, expanding public access to North Korean materials.
  • The change is part of the South Korean government's effort to improve public access to North Korean materials.
  • Analysts note a shift in North Korean media toward anti-imperialism and away from reunification.
  • The Unification Ministry aims to restore inter-Korean communication, but engagement remains low at libraries.