N. Korea's Kim inspects Nampho shipyard, calls for rapid naval buildup
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has visited the Nampho Shipyard and called for a rapid buildup of naval combat power to counter "hostile acts of the enemies," state media said Wednesday. Kim made the remarks during an on-site inspection at the shipyard Monday, where he was briefed on the shipyard's ongoing upgrades and inspected a new warship under construction, the Korean Central News Agency…
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un toured the Nampho Shipyard on Monday, urging a swift expansion of naval capabilities to counteract hostile actions by adversaries, according to state media. During his inspection, Kim learned about the shipyard's ongoing improvements and viewed a new warship under construction, reported the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).
Kim emphasized the critical necessity to swiftly enhance both surface and underwater combat power to safeguard national sovereignty in the sea amidst various threats. He highlighted the current geopolitical climate and enemy hostile acts in the region, underscoring the urgent demand for the most advanced and powerful warship. Kim expressed great satisfaction with the new vessel, describing it as significantly larger and more formidable than the destroyer constructed the previous year.
Although the report did not disclose detailed specifications, it stated that the ship is designed to execute complex operational missions, considering the contemporary war scenario.
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