North Korea: Kim Jong Un Orders 2.5x Increase in Missile Production

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered a 2.5-fold increase in the country's missile production rate, a day before Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit. This directive, amid rising regional tensions, is seen as a show of force and potential preparation for further development of North Korea's nuclear and ballistic capabilities.

2 developments

1. 06:44 · 7 JunLatest

   Kim Jong Un orders 2.5x increase in missile production ahead of Xi Jinping's visit

2. 02:23 · 7 Jun

   North Korea: Nuclear program 'absolutely non-negotiable,' says Kim's sister ahead of Xi visit

• Strong13:02 · 26 JunNorth Korea tests upgraded artillery and missile systems in show of force
• Developing15:50 · 21 JulKim Jong Un reportedly bans suicide, orders execution for attempters
• Developing10:01 · 10 JulNorth Korea decides to strengthen nuclear forces quantitatively and qualitatively, state media reports
• Developing07:54 · 24 JunKim Jong Un unveils plans for 10,000-ton warships and a nuclear navy

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