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North Korea to Ramp Up Missile Production by 2026
12/27/2025
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- North Korea plans to boost missile and munitions production in 2026 after an order from North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
- Kim Jong-un visited munitions plants.
- Kim Jong-un emphasized expanding production capacity.
- Kim Jong-un ratified modernization plans to be presented at the early-2026 party congress.
- Analysts say the steps aim to improve capabilities and deepen ties with Russia amid tensions with the United States and South Korea.
