Why North Korea Can Counterfeit Dollars but Nepal Can’t Print Its Own Currency Notes: The Real Truth
Many people are surprised when they hear that North Korea has produced some of the world’s most sophisticated counterfeit US dollars , known as “ supernotes .” At the same time, Nepal often sends its own currency designs abroad—to India , China , or Europe —for printing. This raises a natural question: If North Korea can create near-perfect US dollar fakes, why can’t Nepal simply print its own money at home? The answer is more complex than it seems. Let’s break it down clearly. North Korea’s Counterfeiting: A Secret Operation, Not a Capability Badge 1. North Korea does it illegally Counterfeiting currency is a global crime. But North Korea operates outside many international laws due to heavy sanctions. It uses illegal methods to generate foreign currency for survival. 2. They invest in high-end printing specifically for covert operations The regime reportedly acquired: Intaglio printing machines Special inks and fi...