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December 07, 2024
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Kim Jong Un visits factory project for 7th time ahead of first-year deadline

North Korean leader also touts use of domestic machinery, though photos appear to show sanctioned foreign equipment

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un publicly inspected a new “20x10” factory construction project aimed at addressing the “backward” rural economy for the seventh time on Tuesday, according to state media, as end-of-year deadlines rapidly approach.

The Rodong Sinmun reported Wednesday that Kim visited the “Regional Development 20×10 Policy” site in Songchon County, where he declared satisfaction with its progress and demanded “accelerating the pace” for next year.

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