The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), commonly known as North Korea, is a country located in East Asia on the northern part of the Korean Peninsula. It shares borders with South Korea to the south, China to the north, and Russia to the northeast. The capital city is Pyongyang, which is known for its grand monuments and strict government control. The DPRK is a single-party state led by the Workers' Party of Korea, with a focus on a centralized economy and military strength. North Korea is often in the news due to its unique political system and nuclear weapons program. The country is ruled by the Kim family, with Kim Il-sung being the founding leader, followed by his son **Kim