Kim Jong Un Inspects New Weapons Factory Ahead of China Visit. This move, ahead of a military parade in Beijing, could prove challenging for the US and South Korea.
KIM JONG UN: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has inspected a new weapons factory prior to his visit to China. This factory is considered significant for accelerating North Korea's missile production plans. The official news agency KCNA did not disclose the factory's location, but analysts speculate it might be situated in Jagang Province, a major arms industry hub bordering China. This move clearly indicates that North Korea is taking active steps to further strengthen its military power and international role.
Grand Military Parade to be Held in China
Kim Jong Un is scheduled to attend a major military parade in China. This parade is being held to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and China's resistance against Japanese aggression. Along with Chinese President Xi Jinping, 26 foreign leaders will be present at this parade. Russian President Vladimir Putin has also been invited. On this occasion, both China and North Korea will showcase their military might and strategic cooperation, while for the US, South Korea, and Japan, this could be a challenging signal.
Kim Jong Un May Travel to China by Train
According to reports from South Korean media, Kim Jong Un may travel to China by train. Security arrangements have been tightened along the route to Beijing, and rail traffic has been halted. This step has been taken for security reasons. Experts suggest that Kim Jong Un has already supplied a large quantity of weapons, including artillery and ballistic missiles, and has also sent thousands of soldiers to Russia.
North Korea's Response to the US and South Korea
Recently, South Korea and the US completed their joint military exercise ‘Ulchi Freedom Shield’. North Korea has expressed displeasure over this exercise and warned that such drills could escalate regional tensions. Kim Jong Un's new move ahead of his China visit is seen as a display of his power towards the US and South Korea.
Increase in Weapons Production
The primary objective of the new weapons factory inspected by Kim Jong Un is the mass production of missiles. This step will further strengthen North Korea's military capabilities. This action, taken before the China visit, is considered strategically and politically significant as it sends a direct message to the US and its allies that North Korea is accelerating its military plans and keeping an eye on regional security.
