“North Korea’s Eighth Party Congress reveals Kim’s purposes” – Col. David Maxwell, Ret. for United Press International

Our very own Editor-at-Large, Col. David Maxwell (Ret.), lends his expertise to United Press International to analyze the North Korean 8th Party Congress.

What’s really driving North Korea’s 2025 ambitions?

Kim Jong Un’s latest speech at the 8th Party Congress paints a picture of progress, but a closer look reveals a regime focused on survival, military buildup, and ideological control. This “illusion of progress” hides a troubled economy, mounting hardships, and a strategy rooted in external threats. North Korea’s future is uncertain, but its pursuit of power remains unwavering.

Explore the complexities of Kim Jong Un’s regime and the long-term implications for global stability through this article by Col. Maxwell.

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