Kim Jong-un has declared the development of UAVs and artificial intelligence as one of the main priorities for the modernization of the DPRK military. In the exhibition "Development of unmanned aviation equipment - 2026", he stated that unmanned systems are becoming one of the main means of conducting modern warfare. In this context, Pyongyang intends to accelerate the development of new technologies, introducing artificial intelligence into weapons and improving the combat capabilities of UAVs. "The main task for the modernization of the armed forces should be the dramatic development of key technologies in this field, the introduction of artificial intelligence into unmanned weapon systems and increasing their ability to carry out operations." During the exhibition, the DPRK demonstrated kamikaze attack UAVs and multipurpose UAVs. Demonstration launches of 600 mm MLRS cruise missiles were also carried out.