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Inside China’s Tuna Fleet: How North Koreans Are Fishing for Funds to Fuel Kim Jong-un’s Regime

by Miles Cooper
May 23, 2025
in North Korea
On Chinese Tuna Boats, North Koreans Trawl for Cash for Kim Jong-un – The New York Times
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  • Unveiling the Hidden Dynamics of North Korean Fishermen in the East China Sea
    • Chinese Tuna Fishing Sector: A Revenue Stream for North Korean Laborers
    • The Grim Reality: Exploitation Faced by North Korean Fishermen

Unveiling the Hidden Dynamics of North Korean Fishermen in the East China Sea

In the murky depths of the East China Sea, a covert network of North Korean fishermen is skillfully maneuvering through international maritime regulations and economic imperatives. A recent examination by The New York Times sheds light on the complex interplay between North Korean labour and Chinese tuna fishing operations, illustrating how these activities provide essential financial support to Kim Jong-un’s regime.As global sanctions tighten their grip and North Korea’s economy falters, these fishermen are not merely catching tuna; they are securing resources vital for sustaining their nation’s political framework. This article examines the grim realities faced by these workers, explores their impact on global fisheries, and unravels the intricate relationships between North Korea and its neighboring countries—highlighting an frequently enough-overlooked facet of regional geopolitical tensions.

Chinese Tuna Fishing Sector: A Revenue Stream for North Korean Laborers

Chinese Tuna Fishing Sector: A Revenue Stream for North Korean Laborers

The Chinese tuna fishing sector has evolved into a profitable venture that capitalizes on the labor of North Korean workers who endure severe conditions at sea. These individuals operate under stringent oversight from Chinese fishing enterprises that exploit their presence to enhance profits while concurrently bolstering Kim Jong-un’s regime financially. The lucrative margins in this industry not only benefit participating businesses but also significantly fund Kim’s government, enabling it to maintain control despite mounting international sanctions. This partnership yields economic advantages for both nations—China gains access to inexpensive labor and seafood supplies while providing crucial financial inflow to North Korea.

Life aboard these vessels is fraught with difficulties ranging from excessive working hours to perilous working environments. Reports indicate that many fishermen receive only a fraction of what they earn due to regime siphoning off most wages. Their typical experiences include:

  • Working up to 20 hours daily, often without any breaks.
  • Crammed living quarters, lacking basic sanitation.
  • Poor access to sufficient food or medical assistance.

This situation raises significant ethical concerns regarding labor practices within international fisheries while highlighting how such arrangements can perpetuate cycles of exploitation tied closely with regime survival and economic dependency.

The Grim Reality: Exploitation Faced by North Korean Fishermen

The Grim Reality: Exploitation Faced by North Korean Fishermen

The hazardous conditions under which these fishermen work reveal a stark reality about exploitation within this industry. Lured by promises of better pay in foreign waters, many find themselves ensnared in a relentless cycle where their efforts primarily serve state interests rather than personal survival. They endure long hours filled with strenuous tasks under perilous circumstances yet receive little or no compensation for their hard work; as they fish across vast oceans, much of what they catch translates into ample profits redirected back into Pyongyang’s coffers.

The dangers posed by unpredictable weather patterns and faulty equipment do not deter them; instead, strict controls govern every aspect of their lives at sea—including punitive actions against perceived shortcomings in performance. Their plight is compounded further due to inadequate legal protections leaving them vulnerable against those wielding power within this sector:

  • Lackluster safety measures: Equipment frequently fails safety standards endangering lives daily.
  • Sustained isolation: Prolonged periods away from home lead emotional distress among crew members.
  • Tireless physical demands: The relentless nature takes an immense toll on overall health over time.

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Tags: Asian fisheriesChinaChinese tuna boatseconomic sanctionsfishing industrygeopolitical issueshuman rightsillegal fishinginternational relationsKim Jong-unlabor exploitationmaritime activitiesNew York TimesNorth KoreaNorth Korean economyRegime Fundingseafood tradeTuna Fleet

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