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Wave of Closures Hits North Korean Restaurants in China

Economic difficulties lead to widespread temporary shutdowns and relocations of North Korean dining establishments near the border.
North Korean restaurants operating in China, particularly in Liaoning province near the two countries' shared border, are facing significant challenges.

Due to financial difficulties, many establishments are temporarily closing or relocating to less expensive venues.

As reported, around half of the ten North Korean restaurants in the Liaoning area have been forced to shut down.

The downturn is attributed to China's struggling economy, which has led local Chinese investors to withdraw their support from these dining establishments.

These North Korean restaurants, which are often funded and managed by North Korean agencies with some joint investments from Chinese stakeholders, have previously been popular among local consumers.

This popularity stems in part from a general lack of significant concern among many Chinese customers regarding the geopolitical tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

Despite the economic challenges, some North Korean restaurants have begun to reopen in different locations.

For instance, the Taebosan restaurant, which was a well-known establishment in the heart of Dandong, closed earlier this year but has since reopened on an island in the Jalu River, which forms part of the border between the countries.

Reports indicate that the staff consists of many of the same workers from the original venue.

The average cost of a meal for four at North Korean restaurants is reported to be around 34,000 to 36,000 forints, significantly higher than the typical expenditure at local Chinese establishments, which averages between 4,000 and 16,000 forints.

This price disparity is leading consumers to prefer cheaper Chinese dining options.

The closure of several North Korean restaurants follows a broader trend of reduced consumer spending in China, attributed to the economic slowdown.

As families tighten their budgets, they are opting for more affordable dining alternatives.

Additionally, some reports suggest that Mongolia may become a new target for North Korean restaurants looking to expand their reach amid the difficulties faced in China.

Moreover, the fate of popular venues like the Rjugjong restaurant in Dandong contrasts sharply with the reopening of the Taebosan.

The Rjugjong restaurant, which survived the initial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, was unable to recover after the downturn in business and has now closed permanently, sending its North Korean employees back home.

As some establishments look to adapt by relocating or reopening under new conditions, the overall presence of North Korean culinary culture within China appears to be at a critical juncture, influenced by both local economic trends and the ongoing geopolitical dynamics.
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