Kim Jong Un promotes 103 scientists for achievements in "national defense": KCNA



News Kim Jong Un promotes 103 scientists for achievements in “national defense”: KCNA DPRK leader hails officials' role in developing "new weapons systems" for the country Dagyum Ji August 13, 2019 SHARE COPY LINK FACEBOOK X LINKEDIN MASTODON KCNA North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered that 103 scientists in the field of national defense science receive promotions, state media said on Tuesday, in a reported reward for their efforts in bringing about a “turning point” in the country’s military capabilities. Kim, who also serves as head of the DPRK ruling party’s Central Military Commission, was said to have used “Order No.008” to elevate the ranks of scientists who “have made great contributions to bolstering up the military capabilities for self-defense,” Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said. The party daily Rodong Sinmun also carried Kim’s order, carrying a list of © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. No part of this content may be reproduced, distributed, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission from Korea Risk Group. Get the Daily Update & Podcast Updates Start your day with the North Korea stories that matter most – as selected by Trending

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Kim Jong Un promotes 103 scientists for achievements in “national defense”: KCNA

DPRK leader hails officials' role in developing "new weapons systems" for the country

Dagyum Ji August 13, 2019

KCNA

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered that 103 scientists in the field of national defense science receive promotions, state media said on Tuesday, in a reported reward for their efforts in bringing about a “turning point” in the country’s military capabilities.

Kim, who also serves as head of the DPRK ruling party’s Central Military Commission, was said to have used “Order No.008” to elevate the ranks of scientists who “have made great contributions to bolstering up the military capabilities for self-defense,” Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said.

The party daily Rodong Sinmun also carried Kim’s order, carrying a list of