High-ranking Russian government officials have mentioned the possibility that pro-Russian factions will accept workers from North Korea to build infrastructure, etc., over a pro-Russian-controlled area in eastern Ukraine that has been unilaterally approved by North Korea. Did.
On the 13th of this month, North Korea decided to approve the two eastern states of Ukraine, which are virtually dominated by pro-Russian militants, as independent states.
Regarding this, Russian Ambassador Mazegora, who is stationed in North Korea, said in an interview with the Russian newspaper "Izvestia" dated 18th, "North Korea always follows its conscience on the international stage and acts in a way that it believes to be right. I have evaluated North Korea's decision.
He added, "North Korean workers who are highly technical, diligent, and take the lead in harsh conditions will be of great help in rebuilding destroyed infrastructure and facilities." Mentioned the possibility that pro-Russian leaders would accept workers from North Korea for the sake of.
Regarding North Korean workers working abroad, a UN Security Council sanctions resolution requires all UN member states to be repatriated by December 2019, which violates this. If new workers are dispatched in the United Nations, it will lead to the acquisition of foreign currency in North Korea and may be a source of funds for nuclear and missile development.