Kim Jong Un

North Korean leader also urges Workers Party members to be more proactive in overcoming ‘unprecedented challenges’.

US State Department says approach to North Korea will have to be done in concert with close allies.

North Korean accuses US President Joe Biden of ‘provocation’ following criticism of missile tests.

US president condemns as UN violation Pyongyang’s launch of two weapons from its east coast into Sea of Japan.

North Korea’s border closure, drop in trade and raw material shortages may lead to perfect storm, analysts warn.

North Korean leader says no matter who is in power, the nature of US policies towards Pyongyang never changes.

North Korean leader says to secure a ‘peaceful environment’ he wants to strengthen the country’s defence capabilities.

North Korean leader admits the country’s economic development plan had fallen short in ‘almost all areas’.

The North Korean leader also thanked the people for their support in a letter shared by state media.

The first congress in more than four years will take place amid the COVID-19 pandemic and a change in US President.

The US alleges China is ‘seeking to undo’ United Nations sanctions aimed at curbing North Korea’s nuclear programme.

Unusual predawn parade held to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the governing Workers’ Party.

North Korea is rebuilding after a season of storms and typhoons destroyed thousands of homes.

But the man’s brother calls claim a ‘fiction’ and accuses Seoul of framing him after failing to come to his rescue.