Satellite Imagery Shows Activity at Former Kaesong Industrial Complex
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What happened
Planet Labs captured satellite images of the Kaesong complex, which previously combined South Korean capital and technology with North Korean labor. The complex, which operated from 2004, suspended operations in February 2016. The recent images show changes occurring at the site under North Korean control.
From voanews.com
Why it matters
The Kaesong complex was a major hub where South Korean companies manufactured goods for overseas markets. The observed changes at the site could signal a potential resumption of inter-Korean economic activity.
Planet Labs is analyzing satellite imagery to monitor construction activity in North Korea.
From voanews.com
Who's involved
- Planet LabsCaptured satellite images of the Kaesong area.
- KaesongFormer industrial complex that combined South Korean capital and technology.
- North KoreaSovereign state that controls the area where changes are being observed.
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The entities involved
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Kaesong
city in North Korea
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Planet Labs
American company specializing in satellite imaging of Earth