A new naval base on North Korea’s east coast must be completed within the deadlines established by the country’s leadership.
Sea-news.az reports that according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), leader Kim Jong Un issued this directive during an inspection of the construction site on November 11.
“Building a modern naval base is the most critical project directly tied to ensuring state security and safeguarding maritime sovereignty. Therefore, construction must unconditionally be completed within the timeframe set by the Party Central Committee and in strict adherence to required quality standards,” the agency quoted the head of state as saying.
Reviewing the progress of the construction works, the North Korean leader instructed officials to equip the base with modern systems, expand its operational capabilities, and reinforce its defensive fortifications. To accelerate construction, he ordered an increase in the workforce and stronger leadership oversight for the project.
Kim Jong Un stressed the urgency of establishing a modern naval complex that will serve as a hub for command, combat readiness, and development of the country’s Naval Forces. In his assessment, executing the project will significantly bolster the infrastructure of North Korea’s Navy.
