North Korea has condemned U.S. President Donald Trump administration’s relaxation of export restrictions on U.S. weapons.
On Sunday, the Workers’ Party newspaper Rodong Sinmun reported on page 6 that in the U.S., arms trading is not merely a means to satisfy monetary desires, but also serves as a key instrument in supporting an aggressive foreign policy aimed at establishing hegemony.
On the front page, it was reported that the construction of residential buildings in the Hwasong District is progressing without delay under the party’s guidance. The Samtung Chemical Factory boasted of developing a North Korean-style gypsum-free cement production technology, claiming it brings substantial benefits to the country. This technology reportedly solves issues related to gypsum used as a set-controlling agent and mineralizer, while reducing coal consumption and improving technical and economic efficiency.
Page 2 highlighted the nursery at Taeseongsan General Hospital, which Kim Jong Un visited 11 years ago, emphasizing his devotion to the people. The paper stated that the touching story left behind by the children’s father deeply resonates with everyone’s hearts. The newspaper also stressed the need for unwavering practical ability as a crucial trait for communist revolutionaries, demanding loyalty and dedication to the party.
Page 3 reported that a delegation from the Youth Guards of a United Russia visited various sites, including the Youth Movement Museum, Taekwondo Hall, Gangdong Comprehensive Greenhouse Complex, and Mangyongdae Children’s Palace. Introducing historical materials displayed at the Korean Revolution Museum, the paper encouraged participants to inherit the revolutionary spirit of anti-Japanese guerrillas and become heroic creators in Kim Jong Un’s era.
Page 4 reflected on lessons from last year’s land management projects. The newspaper mentioned crisis response measures for heavy rains and floods, recalling that it had repeatedly warned about officials’ irresponsibility in serious situations. It criticized Chungsan County for falling short of planned targets in land management projects last year, attributing this to a failure to overcome complacency and chronic issues.
Page 5 provided a review of the 9th April Spring People’s Art Festival. The newspaper described the event as a meaningful celebration that loudly proclaimed the great honor of living with a great leader across generations and the blossoming of a magnificent era. An article titled “White Pollution and Resource Recycling” emphasized the importance of recycling, noting that plastic waste produced by humans contaminates water and soil.