North Korea's partnership with Russia is growing and in 2025 Kim took steps to improve ties with China, still North Korea's most important trading partner and economic benefactor. The IC assesses that North Korea's support for Russia and the war against Ukraine has increased North Korean capabilities as their forces have gained combat experience in 21st century warfare. Along with equipment, Pyongyang continues to develop and expand its strategic weapons programs including missiles that can evade US and regional missile defenses. (14:15–14:26)
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Asserts that North Korea's support for Russia in the Ukraine war has increased its military capabilities.
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