Since the Korean War in the 1950s, North and South Korea have had a strained relationship. While many people are aware of the political differences between the two countries, there are also major cultural distinctions. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the key differences between North and South Korea.
Who is North Korea?
North Korea is a sovereign state in East Asia, located on the northern half of the Korean Peninsula. It is bordered by China to the north, and by South Korea to the south. North Korea shares land borders with Russia to the northeast and with North Vietnam to the northwest. North Korea has an area of 120,540 square kilometers and a population of 25 million people. North Korea is a single-party state ruled by the Workers’ Party of North Korea, with its capital in Pyongyang. North Korea follows Songun, or “military-first” policy. North Korea is a nuclear state, having tested its first nuclear device in October 2006.
North Korea is also believed to possess chemical weapons. North Korea is a member of the United Nations, Non-Aligned Movement, and the Six-Party Talks. North Korea is also an observer of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and a founding member of ACDEGAM. North Korea has been commonly referred to as “The Hermit Kingdom”. North Koreans are also commonly referred to as “The Hermit People”.
Who is South Korea?
South Korea is a country located in East Asia. The official name of the country is the Republic of Korea. South Korea has a population of over 51 million people and is the 27th most populous country in the world. The capital and largest city are Seoul, with a population of over 10 million people. South Korea covers an area of 100,363 square kilometers and is bordered by North Korea to the north, China to the northwest, and Japan to the southeast. South Korea is a mountainous country with over 70% of the land being mountainous. The highest mountain in South Korea is Mount Halla, which is 1,950 meters high.
South Korea has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. The average annual temperature is 12 degrees Celsius. South Korea is a developed country with a high standard of living. The economy of South Korea is the 4th largest in Asia and the 11th largest in the world. South Korea is a member of the United Nations, World Trade Organization, G-20 major economies, and East Asia Summit.
Difference between North and South Korea
North and South Korea are two nations with a long history of conflict. The North is a communist state, while the South is a democracy. North Korea has a population of about 25 million, while South Korea has a population of about 51 million. North Korea covers an area of about 120,000 square kilometers, while South Korea covers an area of about 100,000 square kilometers. North Korea has a GDP per capita of about $1,700, while South Korea has a GDP per capita of about $27,000.
North Korea is ruled by a single party, the Workers’ Party of Korea, while South Korea has multiple political parties. North Korea’s economy is centrally planned, while South Korea’s economy is largely market-based. North Korea’s primary exports are minerals, metallurgical products, and agricultural products, while South Korea’s primary exports are semiconductors, automobiles, and ships. North Korea and South Korea have been split since the end of World War II, and the two countries have been in a state of war since 1950.
Conclusion
The two Koreas are very different in terms of their economy, politics, and culture. The South is a thriving democracy with a capitalist system, while the North is a dictatorship that relies on communism. This has led to vast differences in the standard of living in the two countries. In addition, the cultures of the two nations are quite different.
South Koreans are known for being hardworking and competitive, while North Koreans are known for being loyal to their government and suspicious of outsiders. These cultural differences have also contributed to the separation of the two Koreas.
