HONG KONG: For Jong Yol-ri, the International Mathematical Olympiad in Hong Kong last year was his last chance for freedom. But when the moment came, Jong took it. In Hong Kong, Jong and other North Korean contestants were placed under strict surveillance. He took a taxi to Hong Kong International Airport where he thought he could find some South Koreans. In late September, Jong flew to Seoul with a new passport and a valid Hong Kong tourist visa.

Source: The Star March 05, 2017 13:41 UTC