Democratic
People's Republic of Korea
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), or North Korea, is a centralist state that conducts its affairs on the basis of "Juche", a constitutionally enshrined ideology characterised by the goals of independence and self-reliance.
Country and Trade Information
- United Nations Security Council Sanctions
- Bilateral Sanctions
- Country Brief
- Country/economic fact sheet (pdf)
Travel advice
- Travel advice for DPRK | See our Travel Information page
- Before you travel: Passports Australia | Visa information | 'Safe Travel'-Top 10 Tips
- Assistance to Australian travellers: Consular Services Charter
Heads of Government
Embassies and consulates
Australia
- Australia's Embassy in the Republic of Korea (South Korea) is responsible for the DPRK
Democratic People's Republic of Korea
Contact Details
- Director
Korea Section
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Barton ACT 0221
Australia
Tel: (+ 61 2) 6261 2226
Fax: (+ 61 2) 6261 1571
Further Information
Democratic People's Republic of Korea official page. Information on history, culture, politics, tourism and geography, refer to the official webpage of the DPRK.