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Embassy of North Korea, London
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The Embassy of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in London (Korean: 주 영국 조선민주주의인민공화국 대사관; Hancha: 駐英國朝鮮民主主義人民共和國大使館; MR: Chu Yŏngguk Chosŏn Minjujuŭi Inmin Konghwaguk Daesagwan) is the diplomatic mission of North Korea to the United Kingdom.[1] The official residence of the Ambassador of North Korea to the United Kingdom, it is located in a detached house at 73 Gunnersbury Avenue on the northern corner junction with Baronsmede, in Ealing, a suburban district of west London. It is notable for being one of the few embassies in London located in a suburban area, away from the central diplomatic areas of the city.[2][3]
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History
The seven-bedroom property was purchased by the North Korean government for £1.3 million in 2003.[4][5]
In November 2014, an exhibition of art from the Mansudae Art Studio was held at the embassy, to coincide with the visit of four North Korean artists to London.[6][7]
The former deputy ambassador Thae Yong-ho defected to South Korea in 2016.[8] The ambassador at the time was Hyon Hak-bong. As of 25 August 2016[update], Hyon is reported to have been recalled to North Korea following Thae's defection.[9][10] North Korean leader Kim Jong-un reportedly ordered the execution of those who failed to prevent Thae's defection.[11] Choe Il was subsequently appointed ambassador to London. The regime took extra steps to discourage diplomats from defecting.[12]
In September 2017 a suspicious package was found outside the embassy. As a result, the area's roads and homes were closed and evacuated by the Metropolitan Police who also carried out a controlled explosion.[13] After the controlled explosion, it was found that the package was non-threatening.[14]
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