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University of North Korean Studies
Coverage of University of North Korean Studies in the Nexus archive.
- North Korea's Kim Jong Un says country will exercise its position as nuclear state
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un asserted that maintaining the country's nuclear status is essential to address global security challenges, accusing the US and South Korea of escalating tensions. He emphasized expanding nuclear forces and conventional weapons, including a 10,000-ton strategic guided missile cruiser, while rejecting denuclearization talks. Analysts noted Pyongyang's focus on recognition as a nuclear state and potential arms reduction negotiations.