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North Korea Unveils Arirang Smartphone as the Traditional Folk Song Continues to Define Regional Identity and Diplomatic Tension
The announcement of North Korea’s first domestic smartphone, the Arirang, marks a significant intersection of technological aspiration and deep-seated cultural symbolism on the Korean peninsula. Named after the quintessential Korean folk song, the device was recently showcased during a high-profile visit by leader Kim Jong-un to the "May 11 Factory," where workers were seen assembling ... Read more
March 23, 2026