# North Korea to unveil another naval milestone in eight months, Kim says

https://mins.news/en/item/47836

- TASS, 2026-09-07 03:00 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2183445

> North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the country would demonstrate another achievement in strengthening its navy in eight months. He described shipbuilding, shipyard modernization, new facilities, naval reorganization and new units as part of a broader plan, saying a strong navy protects national self-reliance and maritime sovereignty.

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