Kim Jong-un Reappointed as General Secretary; Decision Made at Labor Party Congress for Strengthening Military Power
North Korea's Kim Jong-un has been unanimously reappointed as General Secretary during the Labor Party Congress, emphasizing military strength and economic policies.
On the fourth day of the Labor Party Congress, North Korea's state-run media reported that Kim Jong-un was unanimously reappointed as General Secretary. The decision was highlighted in a resolution that focused on strengthening military capabilities, especially nuclear forces, alongside economic policy achievements. The report underscored the advancements made in the country's war deterrence capabilities amidst significant historical challenges, proclaiming that these developments have substantially improved North Korea's nuclear deterrent role.
The resolution further articulated a scientific approach to establishing a stable self-reliant economy, referencing the successful implementation of a five-year economic plan and its contributions to overall economic growth. Kim Jong-un reportedly declared that he had fundamentally completed the plan since the last party congress, reflecting confidence in North Korea's economic strategies despite ongoing external pressures.
Since the previous party congress, North Korea has continued to engage in the development of intercontinental ballistic missiles using solid fuel and hypersonic missile tests, indicating that military advancements remain a priority. The leadership’s focus on military capability and self-sufficiency in economic matters signals a definitive direction for the regime, particularly in its approach to international relations and domestic policies, especially in the context of relations with South Korea and other regional powers.