N. Korea cancels int'l marathon due to some reasons: tour agency

North Korea has decided to cancel the 2026 Pyongyang International Marathon, originally set for April 5 in the country's capital, due to some reasons, a Beijing-based tour agency said Monday. Koryo Tours, which specializes in travel to North Korea, broke the news on its website, saying, "This decision was communicated to us by the DPR Korea Athletics Association and has been confirmed as final." DPRK stands for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the official name of North Korea. The agen

9 Mar, 11:02 — 9 Mar, 13:42

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Why this matters

The Pyongyang Marathon is one of North Korea's few international sporting events open to foreign participants, offering a rare glimpse into the country. Its cancellation, especially with vague reasons, can signal underlying issues or changes in North Korea's approach to international engagement.

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BBCHigh6d ago

N Korea cancels Pyongyang Marathon for 'some reasons'

The annual event, usually held in April, has been cancelled a month before it was due to take place, a tour agency says.

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YahooMostly Factual6d ago

N Korea cancels Pyongyang Marathon for 'some reasons'

The annual event, usually held in April, has been cancelled a month before it was due to take place, a tour agency says.

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual6d ago