Pyongyang is showcasing its newest weapons for the third consecutive year at a military exhibition, according to state media. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un emphasized the need to enhance the country’s military and technological capabilities, citing “real and serious” threats from the United States.
The Defence Development-2025 exhibition, which began on October 4, precedes the 80th anniversary of the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea next week. During this event, Pyongyang is expected to hold a large military parade. Kim criticized both the US and South Korea for their nuclear scenario drills and the expansion of defensive assets in the region.
“We are closely watching the US deployment of strategic strike and reconnaissance capabilities, and the mobilization for hostile acts,” Kim stated, as reported in local media.
While at the exhibition, Kim visited the Choe Hyon naval destroyer and stressed the importance of the navy being ready to “thoroughly deter or counter and punish the enemy’s provocations.”
In response, South Korea’s presidential office called on North Korea to pursue dialogue and cooperation for the sake of peace and regional stability. “We hope North Korea will participate in dialogue and cooperation for peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula and within the international community,” the office expressed, according to Yonhap.
In recent months, North Korea has tested newly developed air defense missiles, underscoring its commitment to expanding military capabilities under Kim’s leadership.
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Publish Date: 2025-10-06 12:25:00
