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North Korea (Democratic People's Republic of Korea)
North Korea is a country in the northern half of the Korean Peninsula, with its capital at Pyongyang. It was established in 1948 after the division of Korea at the end of Japanese rule. It has been ruled by the Kim family since its founding.
Key facts
| Dates | 1948 – present CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Korea & Japan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Type | modern state |
| Capital | Pyongyang |
| Founder | Kim Il Sung |
| Religion(s) | State atheism, Juche |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.