Jiro Ishimaru
Jiro Ishimaru is the founder of Asia Press, a Japanese independent news agency known for its extensive network of contacts within North Korea. He has been instrumental in providing information about life in the reclusive state, particularly in recent years as the regime has tightened its grip on the population. Ishimaru's work sheds light on the challenges faced by North Koreans, including difficulties in communication and the impact of increased border controls.
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Jiro Ishimaru published a book about North Korean returnees and their experiences.
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Jiro Ishimaru is the founder of Asia Press, which has contacts within North Korea.
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