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Quote by Kim Jong-un

“The military might of a country represents its national strength. Only when it builds up its military might in every way can it develop into a thriving country.”

Quote by Kim Jong-un

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Kim Jong-un, born on January 8, 1983, is the Supreme Leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. He has been the leader of North Korea since 2011, succeeding his father Kim Jong-il. During his tenure, Kim has pursued the development of nuclear weapons and missiles, leading North Korea to become a nuclear-armed state. He has also implemented various political and economic reforms. more

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