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Kim Jong-un Highlights Achievements at Workers' Party Congress

2/22/2026

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Summary

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The Ninth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea opened in Pyongyang on February 19, 2026, with Kim Jong-un highlighting achievements in politics and the economy and 5,000 delegates in attendance.
The congress aims to set policy goals and may shift leadership.
He did not address relations with the United States or South Korea, focusing on internal achievements and future plans, and the congress is expected to last several days.

History

Historical Context

The 2026 Ninth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea follows the historic 2018 Singapore Summit, where Kim Jong-un met U.S. President Donald Trump, marking the first meeting between a sitting U.S. president and a North Korean leader. This congress underscores Kim's focus on consolidating power domestically while avoiding engagement with the U.S. and South Korea, potentially leading to continued isolation for North Korea.

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Story summary

The Ninth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea opened in Pyongyang on February 19, 2026, with Kim Jong-un highlighting achievements in politics and the economy and 5,000 delegates in attendance.
The congress aims to set policy goals and may shift leadership.
He did not address relations with the United States or South Korea, focusing on internal achievements and future plans, and the congress is expected to last several days.

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