Frank Aum on North Korea and Coronavirus

April 16, 2020 00:10:21
Frank Aum on North Korea and Coronavirus
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Frank Aum on North Korea and Coronavirus

Apr 16 2020 | 00:10:21

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Show Notes

Despite reporting no confirmed cases, USIP’s Frank Aum says, “It’s safe to say the virus is in North Korea,” and that the isolated nation is still trying to “maintain the visage of invulnerability” through missile tests and other military demonstrations—all while instituting drastic public health measures.

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