Kim Jong-un also sent a 229 all-female squad of cheerleaders to support North Korea where they would sing, dance and loudly cheer on the athletes.
North Korea’s 500-team of athletes, cheerleaders and officials are being watched 24 hours a day to prevent them from defecting from the secretive state, all the time refusing to speak to international press.
Coming from the world’s most isolated nation, the athletes appear to be open and expressive, exhibiting happiness and passion as they compete in their sport.
Photos show the North Koreans smiling and laughing as they mix with athletes from South Korea and other nations. they mix with athletes from South Korea and other nations.