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North Korea to skip 2021 Tokyo Olympics over coronavirus concerns


North Korea to skip 2021 Tokyo Olympics over coronavirus concerns
By: DW
A North Korean website reported on Tuesday that the country will not join in the upcoming Tokyo Olympics due to concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
According to a website run by the Sports Ministry, officials decided not to participate in the 32nd Olympic Games in order to protect players from the world public health crisis caused by COVID-19.
The decision was made during a meeting on March 25 between Sports Minister Kim Il Guk and the national Olympic Committee.
North Korean state media had previously mentioned the committee meeting, but had not reported on its outcome. ....

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