Mr. Speaker. I rise in support of H. Con. Res. 234. which calls upon the Peoples Republic of China to abide by its obligations with respect to North Korean refugees. Mr. Speaker. the people of North Korea suffer under one of the most oppressive regimes on Earth. North Koreans enjoy few freedoms. Indeed. most aspects of daily life are dictated by government mandate. This bleak existence is punctuated by constant fear of the merciless tactics employed by the government to command subservience. To add insult to injury. North Korea suffers chronic food shortages. The food that is available is rationed out based on presumed loyalty to the state. not need.
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