North Korean Leader Calls for Building a ‘Modern Army’ Ready for War

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In a complex international environment, North Korea’s leadership is working to strengthen its military power, aiming to develop a modern army in terms of training and weaponry.

The North Korean Central News Agency reported on Wednesday that leader Kim Jong-un, during a visit to a military academy, called for the construction of a strong and modern army to confront any potential war.

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Kim’s visit to the Kang Kon Military Academy comes after reports from Western sources claimed that North Korea had sent thousands of troops to Russia to support its war against Ukraine—an allegation denied by both Moscow and Pyongyang.

This week, Kim also visited Kim Il-sung University of Political Science, another institution dedicated to training elite cadres. During his visit, he emphasized military loyalty and sacrifice.

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Readiness for War

South Korean intelligence services believe that Kim’s visits to military units and training facilities may be part of preparations to send additional troops to Russia.

The North Korean Central News Agency also reported that, during his latest visit to the military academy, Kim criticized poor management and the misuse of educational facilities, stating that they did not align with the ruling party’s efforts to “modernize and strengthen” the military.

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He outlined several objectives to renovate the facilities and enhance military education, focusing on practical training. He emphasized the importance of students learning “the realities of modern warfare” and mastering advanced weapons and technological equipment.

Kim stated: “The current international situation requires the armed forces to fully adapt to the demands of war.” (Reuters)

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South Korean officials had previously warned that North Korea might benefit from sending weapons and troops to fight in Russia, as this would provide the country with valuable experience and insight into modern battlefield operations.

Three Core Pillars

During his visit to Kim Il-sung University of Political Science yesterday, Kim Jong-un identified three fundamental pillars for the military. In his speech to faculty members and students, he emphasized the principle of “ideology first” and the importance of “loyalty in building a strong army.”

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Kim declared that “the Korean People’s Army must undoubtedly become the strongest military force in the world,” stressing the need to enhance “its political, ideological, spiritual, and moral advantages.”

He also stated that “imbuing the army with ideology before arming it with military technology is the essence of building a strong military.”

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Furthermore, he defined “soldiers, weapons, and ideology” as “the three pillars of the armed forces,” emphasizing that “weapons without ideology are nothing more than pieces of metal.”

The North Korean leader also stressed that his country’s military should prioritize strengthening its political, ideological, and moral foundations before advancing its high-tech equipment, including its nuclear forces.

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