North Korea's New Economic Plan & Russian Ties

0:00It's March 23, I'm Cory with the story, and this is Global News Today, World News Powered by AI. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un addressed the nation's legislature this week, outlining a new five-year economic plan aimed at boosting growth while. Reving up the country's self-defensive nuclear program, the session wrapped up with key constitutional amendments setting the stage for these policy shifts in the isolated nation. Russia's President Vladimir Putin sent a congratulatory message, vowing to strengthen the strategic partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang amid global tensions. These moves signal North Korea's focus on economic self-reliance alongside military buildup, with closer Russian ties potentially easing sanctions, pressure. As the plan rolls out, eyes remain on how it plays into regional security dynamics and international responses.