The move highlights Kim Jong Un's ongoing bet on tourism as an economic lifeline amid strict international sanctions—though with a largely closed-border policy since the pandemic, it's unclear whether it'll bring the windfall Kim had hoped.

Kim Jong Un has unveiled a beach resort equipped with water slides, hotels, restaurants and shopping centres in a move to promote tourism. The North Korean leader was seen relaxing poolside next to his daughter and presumed heir Kim Ju Ae with a pack of cigarettes, cold drink and towel at the east coast Wonsan-Kalma retreat.

North Koreans are swimming and playing at a new beach resort that the country is touting as a boost for tourism