Kim Jong Un, North Korea's leader, recently inspected missiles, days prior to his anticipated trip to Beijing for a military parade.

Kim Jong Un, the North Korean leader, conducted an inspection of missiles prior to his scheduled visit to Beijing for a military parade.

In a significant development, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ratified three new long-term plans related to missile production capacity, according to official reports. These plans are set to further bolster North Korea's weapons program, which has seen a rapid expansion in recent years.

The latest move comes after Kim's inspection of North Korea's state missile production facilities on Sunday, where he learned about the overall condition of the country's missile production capacity. It is worth noting that North Korea has successfully fulfilled its five-year plan to expand its missile production capacity.

The new plans, which were approved by Kim Jong Un, aim to modernise North Korea's rocket production capabilities. Various kinds of missiles are now being produced in serial production in North Korea, a clear indication of the country's commitment to its weapons program.

Kim Jong Un's focus on North Korea's missile program is not new. The country has tested intercontinental ballistic missiles that can reach almost anywhere in the United States. Moreover, North Korea has deployed troops to fight with Russia in the Ukraine war, and there are speculations that Russia may be providing military and technological assistance to North Korea, potentially boosting its weapons and space programs.

In other news, Kim Jong Un is planning to travel to Beijing this week. This will mark his first trip to China since 2019. The visit is significant as it will coincide with the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, an event that Kim Jong Un will be attending, hosted by Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

Just a week ago, North Korea tested two new air defense missiles, further demonstrating its commitment to its weapons program. However, the details of these tests have not been disclosed.

Kim Jong Un's visit to China comes amidst growing relations between North Korea and Russia. Since Russia invaded Ukraine, North Korea and Russia have grown closer, with North Korea providing soldiers and equipment to aid Russia's fight.

It remains to be seen how Kim Jong Un's visit to China and the implementation of the new long-term plans will impact the geopolitical landscape of the region. However, one thing is certain: North Korea's commitment to its weapons program shows no signs of slowing down.