03.05.2013, 14:34
N. Korea to use nuclear deterrence as basis for economic growth
SEOUL, May 3 (Yonhap) – North Korea said Friday that it will take full advantage of the deterrence provided by its nuclear weapons to inject more resources into the building of its economy. The Rodong Sinmun, an organ of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), said in a editorial that plans to simultaneously build up its economy and nuclear capabilities are a permanent strategy of the communist state. "Only if the country becomes a nuclear power, can we pour funds and energy into the economic sector and strive for rapid growth," said the paper, which effectively represents the views of the ruling party. It added that nuclear arms will speed the process of unification of the fatherland that is the ultimate aspiration of all Koreans.
This view is a repeat of the policy goal outlined at the WPK's Central Committee meeting on March 31.
The media outlet said the country has the nuclear industrial base forged by past leaders, the manpower and uranium resources to expand its nuclear weapons capability and alleviate power shortages. On the current state of affairs, the Rodong Sinmun said that depending on what actions are taken by the country's enemies, a nuclear war may erupt, or there may be a temporary easing of tensions. It, however, stressed that there should be no illusions about the ultimate intent of the United States, saying its goal is to destroy the country. The daily, meanwhile, emphasized that all national endeavors must be based on practicality, which forms the basis of meaningful change. It cautioned that all measures taken by the state, party, education and cultural fields should not fall into rigidity and dogma.
This view is a repeat of the policy goal outlined at the WPK's Central Committee meeting on March 31.
The media outlet said the country has the nuclear industrial base forged by past leaders, the manpower and uranium resources to expand its nuclear weapons capability and alleviate power shortages. On the current state of affairs, the Rodong Sinmun said that depending on what actions are taken by the country's enemies, a nuclear war may erupt, or there may be a temporary easing of tensions. It, however, stressed that there should be no illusions about the ultimate intent of the United States, saying its goal is to destroy the country. The daily, meanwhile, emphasized that all national endeavors must be based on practicality, which forms the basis of meaningful change. It cautioned that all measures taken by the state, party, education and cultural fields should not fall into rigidity and dogma.