Propaganda and Agitation Department, Government department in Pyongyang, North Korea
The Propaganda and Agitation Department is a state organization in Pyongyang that oversees information distribution through media, literature, and public events. It coordinates messaging across all communication channels throughout the country.
The organization was established after the Korean War, adopting Soviet propaganda techniques to build control over information channels. Its creation was part of forming the state's institutional framework during the nation's early years.
The department shapes national celebrations and performances that permeate daily life, showing how art and public events are centrally coordinated here. Visitors can observe these expressions in the mass gatherings and shows that define the nation.
Foreign journalists need authorization from the organization to report within the country and face strict guidelines. Access to certain areas is limited and reporting is subject to strict oversight.
The organization maintains specialized teams that organize large-scale performances during national celebrations at the stadium with thousands of participants. These human formations are intricately choreographed and demonstrate the technical sophistication of their planning.
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