Www3.Nhk.Or.Jp Kim Jong Un Inspects Munitions Factories, Calls for Modernization and Efficiency
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- •Kim Jong Un inspected munitions factories on May 11, 2026, calling for modernization.
- •He emphasized improving production efficiency and quality controls to enhance military capabilities.
- •North Korean artillery shells reportedly make up half of the Russian military arsenal.
On May 11, 2026, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected several munitions factories, emphasizing the need for modernization and improved efficiency in production. He highlighted the factories' record growth in producing artillery shells and bullets, urging upgrades to facilities and equipment. Kim's directives include building new plants and enhancing quality controls to bolster military capabilities. The inspection comes amid reports that North Korean artillery shells constitute a significant portion of the Russian military arsenal, indicating a potential focus on mass production for export. This development raises concerns about North Korea's military ambitions and its support for Russia during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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