North Korea’s ruling Kim family has long used stamps as a subtle but lucrative tool of statecraft — and in 1981, the regime found an unlikely opportunity in Britain’s royal wedding. Newly released British archives reveal how Pyongyang capitalized on the global frenzy surrounding the marriage of Prince Charles and Lady Diana, issuing commemorative stamps [ ]
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Cashing in on the crown: North Korea’s foray into British royal memorabilia
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