North Korea bans dirty cars in Pyongyang: how residents avoid fines.
09.01.2026
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Shostal Oleksandr
09.01.2026
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Ban on dirty cars in Pyongyang
Kim Jong Un has prohibited the entry of dirty vehicles into the capital of North Korea. Citizens are opening car washes in Pyongyang to ensure cars look shiny upon entering the city.According to The Sun: Drivers face significant fines if their cars are found to be dirty. As reported by the media outlet Daily NK:
“Traffic regulations prohibit...'
This initiative highlights the authorities' attention to the cleanliness of the city, especially amid political isolation and economic difficulties. It may also indicate the government's attempts to improve the capital's image on the international stage.
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