North Korean leader Kim Jong Un showcases a repaired 5,000-tonne destroyer as it undergoes capability tests and sea trials, ahead of a visit by Chinese leader Xi Jinping. North Korea’s state media says Kim visited the destroyer Kang Kon on Thursday and observed its tests, including sea trials, in the days leading up to Xi’s trip. Multiple outlets report that Kim calls for accelerating the development of North Korea’s naval forces with a nuclear-armed capability. NDTV and The Independent also report that Kim frames the navy as part of the country’s nuclear deterrent and as a means to deliver strong attacks against an enemy. The reports tie the public display to North Korea’s broader military messaging and activities in the period before Xi’s arrival, alongside ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with China. While outlets focus on the warship and Kim’s statements, they consistently describe the vessel as a repaired destroyer and emphasize the timing relative to Xi Jinping’s visit.
Kim Jong Un showcases repaired 5,000-ton destroyer ahead of Xi Jinping visit
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un showcases a repaired 5,000-tonne destroyer as it undergoes capability tests and sea trials, ahead of a visit by Chinese leader Xi Jinping. North Korea’s state media say...
- Kim Jong Un visits the Kang Kon destroyer as it undergoes capability tests and sea trials.
- The Kang Kon is described as a 5,000-tonne warship/destroyer.
- North Korea’s state media reports Kim calls for rapidly developing naval forces capable of supporting nuclear deterrence.
- The displays and statements occur ahead of a visit by Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
- Multiple outlets attribute the reports to North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency/state media.
Kim Jong Un called for "rapidly developing" naval forces capable of playing a larger role in the country's nuclear deterrent and dealing a "deadly blow at the enemy".
2 months agoNorth Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency said Kim visited the 5,000-ton destroyer Kang Kon on Thursday as it underwent capability tests.
2 months agoKim regime has ramped up displays of its nuclear and military strength in days before crucial visit by Chinese leader Xi Jinping
2 months agoThe North Korean leader showcased a repaired 5000-ton warship and pledged to build a nuclear-armed navy as relations thaw with China.
2 months agoNorth Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency said Kim visited the 5,000-tonne destroyer Kang Kon as it underwent capability tests
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