Room 39, North Korea
Room 39, also known as Bureau 39, is a secretive North Korean organization believed to be involved in illicit activities to generate foreign currency for the country. It is believed to have been established in the late 1970s and is thought to be responsible for counterfeiting foreign currency, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities.
Room 39 is an interesting example of North Korea’s attempts to circumvent international sanctions and generate revenue for the country. Unfortunately, due to its secretive nature, it is no longer open to the public.