US EditionNorth Korean leader inspects new missile factory ahead of visit to China
Kim Jong Un approved three new long-term missile production plans and praised automation advances that increase output and quality, supporting military strength and alliance with Russia, state media reported.
- On August 31, 2025, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected the newly-inaugurated combined missile production line ahead of his planned trip to Beijing to attend a major military parade.
- To meet long-term WPK targets, Kim ratified three new long-term missile production plans set forth by the Ninth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea, advancing missile capacity goals.
- Factory details show fully automated assembly lines handling material preparation, precision processing, and assembly; KCNA reported Kim praised scientists and workers and ratified improvement plans to boost productivity and quality.
- Analysts warn the new factory could expand North Korea’s missile arsenal and increase supplies available for Russia, raising security concerns for Japan, South Korea, the United States, and European countries.
- Ahead of the Beijing parade, Kim’s tour signalled closer ties with China and Russia as he prepares to join Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin at the 80th anniversary event despite North Korea under international sanctions.
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SEOUL, Sept 1 — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected a new missile production line and missile-manufacturing automation process, state media KCNA said today.His visit yesterday to the missile production line came ahead of a planned trip to Beijing to attend a military parade where Kim is set to mingle with foreign leaders including Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin.Ahead of travelling to China, Kim’s tour of …
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