North Korea has ordered its students studying overseas to return home for intense ideological education to reverse the influence of outside freedoms.
Many students in Russia and China have experienced life outside the regime’s strict control, sparking fears in Pyongyang that they could spread new ideas or information harmful to the government.
The sudden recall, issued by Kim, has already led some students to escape to South Korea, fearing punishment if they comply.
Experts predict more defections as North Korea tightens its grip on its citizens abroad.
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