North Korea’s nuclear weapons programme is “absolutely non-negotiable,” a senior sister of leader Kim Jong Un says in a statement carried by state media, according to multiple reports. The remarks reiterate North Korea’s long-standing position that it views nuclear weapons and related ballistic missile capabilities as essential and not subject to compromise.
All reports note that the programmes are prohibited under UN Security Council sanctions. Despite international restrictions, North Korea continues to frame its nuclear and missile activities as a sovereign right, and the statement underscores that stance rather than signalling any change in policy.
The coverage is based on the official communication disseminated through North Korean state channels and reported by regional and international outlets. The statements are presented as part of the country’s ongoing public messaging, with no additional policy details or verification from independent sources included in the articles.
