The step that will keep the US awake at night has won Kim the election.

The step that will keep the US awake at night has won Kim the election.

23.02.2026 11:44

At the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea held in North Korea, leader Kim Jong Un was re-elected as general secretary. The voting concluded that the country's efforts to develop its nuclear capabilities were effective.

At the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea held in the capital of North Korea, Pyongyang, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was re-elected as General Secretary.

NEW PARTY LEADER ELECTED

According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), delegates unanimously approved Kim Jong Un's re-election as party leader on the fourth day of the congress held on Sunday.

2 STEPS WON THE ELECTION

The report emphasized that Kim's efforts to enhance the country's nuclear capabilities and strengthen its regional position were decisive in this decision. It was noted that during the congress, military and political strategies, as well as the country's economic development goals, were discussed under new 5-year plans.

CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE FROM CHINA

Meanwhile, it was reported that Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to Kim Jong Un for his re-election.

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