Pyongyang: A British tourism agency is seeking to host an international competition for amateur golfers in North Korea this year, according to a website for the event. If held, this would mark the resumption of such a golf contest after a decade-long hiatus.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the next North Korean Amateur Open is planned for 2026. The event is expected to span two days, featuring one day of practice and one day of stroke play. The British-based Lupine Travel is sponsoring the tournament, which is open to amateur golfers of all nationalities, with the exception of South Korean and U.S. citizens. The competition is anticipated to take place at the Pyongyang Golf Complex, located approximately 25 kilometers from the North Korean capital.

The amateur golf competition was previously held for six consecutive years from 2011 to 2016 but was suspended due to a renovation at the golf course and the COVID-19 pandemic, which prompted North Korea to close its borders. The website did not provide further details on whether arrangements for the envisioned competition have been made with Pyongyang.

North Korea has been attempting to attract overseas tourists as a means to earn foreign currency amid international sanctions. Since last year, the country has developed tourist zones in coastal areas and has renovated a hot spring resort.