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Al Jazeera
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Jan Camenzind Broomby

On North Korea’s tense border, Swiss and Swedes keep a fragile peace

North and South Korea are separated by one of the most most heavily militarised borders on earth [Jan Camenzind Broom/Al Jazeera]

Panmunjom, South Korea – With a collection of Swiss army knives, a chopping block surrounded by firewood and a cowbell hanging outside the front door, Major General Ivo Burgener’s home would not feel out of place in the Swiss Alps.

But despite the peaceful atmosphere, this is no ordinary house.

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