North Korea held an exhibition of advanced drone technology

Pyongyang: North Korea held an exhibition of advanced drone technology in its capital, Pyongyang, attended by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The exhibition showcased the latest developments in advanced military drones, autonomous weapons and missile technology, alongside live demonstrations of various weapons systems.

According to North Korean media reports, the purpose of the exhibition was to highlight the country's defence capabilities and the technological strength of its armed forces. Details of recent advances in drone technology and future defence plans were also presented. The exhibition featured various types of strategic, operational and multipurpose drones, as well as suicide attack drones developed to meet the demands of modern warfare. Addressing the event, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said that achieving complete superiority in drone technology had become essential in view of the changing demands of modern warfare. He stressed that the use of advanced technology in the defence sector was fundamental to national security and military strength.

Kim Jong Un said that strength was the guarantee of peace and that peace could only be maintained through strength. He called for all available resources and capabilities to be mobilised to accelerate progress in drone technology and artificial intelligence for national defence. Advanced weapons systems were also demonstrated during the exhibition. Various types of tactical suicide drones were shown striking their targets. Demonstrations also included multipurpose drones launching air-to-ground missiles and tactical cruise missiles hitting designated targets.

One of the major highlights of the exhibition was the first public live demonstration of a highly accurate 600mm-calibre multiple rocket launcher, named "Sniper". Its capabilities were showcased through a firing demonstration. The exhibition is being viewed as an effort by North Korea to strengthen the role of drone technology, artificial intelligence and advanced missile systems in its defence industry. Kim Jong Un's instructions to scientists to accelerate the development of advanced defence technologies also reflect the country's intention to further expand the use of modern technology in its military capabilities.