Kim often uses plenary meetings to make important announcementsWhat problems does North Korea face? North Korea is facing international sanctions over its nuclear weapons program, which has been expanded under Kim during his 10 years at the helm. North Korea also has economic problems caused by climate-induced natural disasters and the coronavirus pandemic. The country's economy contracted by 4.5% in 2020, largely owing to the pandemic, though little is known about the effects of the disease within North Korea itself. Kim, Trump and South Korean President Moon Jae-in met in June 2019 without lasting resultsWhat happens at the plenary meetings?

Source: The North Africa Journal December 28, 2021 13:46 UTC