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Kim Jong Un Vows to Strengthen Nuclear Forces Against South Korea

3/24/2026

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced on March 23, 2023, plans to enhance the country's nuclear forces and labeled South Korea as its primary adversary during a speech to the Supreme People's Assembly.
Kim declared North Korea's nuclear status as irreversible and dismissed disarmament for economic incentives, indicating a policy shift towards viewing South Korea as a threat.
The assembly approved a budget allocating 15.8% to defense, emphasizing nuclear capabilities, while Kim also introduced a five-year economic plan to modernize industry and boost food production.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced on March 23, 2023, plans to enhance the country's nuclear forces and labeled South Korea as its primary adversary during a speech to the Supreme People's Assembly.
Kim declared North Korea's nuclear status as irreversible and dismissed disarmament for economic incentives, indicating a policy shift towards viewing South Korea as a threat.
The assembly approved a budget allocating 15.8% to defense, emphasizing nuclear capabilities, while Kim also introduced a five-year economic plan to modernize industry and boost food production.