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North Korea is holding its defense exhibition for the third consecutive year in Pyongyang. Kim Jong Un used the event to vow stronger military development against what he called serious US threats. The exhibition comes just before the 80th anniversary of the ruling Workers' Party, when a large military parade is expected. Meanwhile, South Korea's presidential office has called for dialogue and cooperation to ensure regional stability.

Key Points: Kim Jong Un Vows Military Boost at North Korea Defense Exhibition

  • Kim Jong Un pledges to counter US threats through military technology development
  • North Korea accuses US-South Korea of nuclear operation scenario drills
  • Exhibition precedes Workers' Party 80th anniversary with expected military parade
  • South Korea calls for dialogue and cooperation with Pyongyang for peace
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North Korea holds defence exhibition, 3rd year in row

North Korea showcases latest weapons for third year as Kim Jong Un accuses US-South Korea drills of creating security threats ahead of party anniversary.

"We are closely watching the US deployment of its means of strategic strike and reconnaissance - Kim Jong Un"

Seoul, October 6

North Korea is showcasing its latest weapons for the third consecutive year at a show in Pyongyang, the country's state media said, as cited by Yonhap news outlet.

North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un has vowed to counter "real and serious" US threats by bolstering its military and technological development the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said after the exhibition Defence Development-2025 kicked off in Pyongyang on Saturday.

Kim accused South Korea and the US of staging various drills based on a nuclear operation scenario and of expanding defence assets in South Korea and the broader region, the South Korean media reported

"We are closely watching the US.' deployment of its means of strategic strike and reconnaissance ... and the mobilization for hostile acts in connection with a new possible threat to our state's security," the North Korean leader said.

The latest display is being held ahead of the 80th anniversary of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea next Friday, when Pyongyang is expected to hold a large-scale military parade.

Meanwhile, South Korea's presidential office has called on Pyongyang to make efforts for dialogue and cooperation.

"We hope North Korea will engage in dialogue and cooperation for peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula and within the international community," the presidential office said in a statement as cited by Yonhap.

In late August this year, North Korea's state media KCNA, the country test fired two types of newly developed air defence missiles under the supervision of Kim Jong-un.

Kim Jong Un visited the Choe Hyon naval destroyer at the military exhibition on Sunday, state media KCNA reported today as cited in a Reuters report.

Kim said the navy should be prepared to "thoroughly deter or counter and punish the enemy's provocations," KCNA said according to Reuters.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I understand North Korea's security concerns, continuous weapons development when their people face economic hardships seems misplaced. India has shown that development and security can go hand in hand.
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Arjun K
Third year in a row! This shows their determination to strengthen military capabilities. Reminds me how important it is for India to maintain our own defence preparedness in these uncertain times.
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Sarah B
South Korea's call for dialogue is the right approach. Military escalation rarely solves anything. Hope both sides can find common ground for peace talks soon.
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Vikram M
The timing before their party anniversary is strategic. Such displays are more for domestic consumption than actual military capability. Still, the region needs stability, not more weapons.
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Michael C
Living in India, I see how complex regional dynamics can be. Hope the international community helps facilitate dialogue rather than escalating tensions further. Peace should be the priority.

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