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

The Zioneer Intelligence Desk

Primary source Internal intake · 2 reviewed intake signals · Desk window 05:46

TL;DR

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.

01 · How it developed

2 developments

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

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

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02 · Source and signal

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