D.P.R.K. is the commonly used acronym for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, also known as North Korea. Synonyms for D.P.R.K. include DPRK, North Korea, the North Korean government, and the Kim Jong-un regime. Other popular phrases used when referring to North Korea include the hermit kingdom, Stalinist state, and the isolated nation. The use of D.P.R.K. often reflects the geopolitical tensions that exist between North Korea and other nations, including the US, South Korea, and Japan. Regardless of the synonym used, North Korea remains a source of fascination and concern for many around the world.