After five years of strict border closures, North Korea has reopened its doors to international tourists. The move is seen as an effort to generate much-needed foreign currency to help revive the country’s struggling economy. However, leader Kim Jong-un has imposed strict regulations on foreign travelers to maintain control over their movements and activities. Why Has North Korea Reopened to Tourists? North Korea closed its borders at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, making it one of the last countries to reopen to international visitors. The decision to welcome tourists again comes amid a deepening economic crisis exacerbated by prolonged…