North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has prioritized the enhancement of the nation’s nuclear capabilities, declaring the need to “sharpen the nuclear shield and sword” to protect national sovereignty and security. In a meeting with officials and scientists from the country’s nuclear weapons research institutes, Kim emphasized the importance of developing a robust nuclear response posture as a crucial top priority. Reports from South Korean authorities suggest that North Korea’s nuclear program is capable of producing up to 20 nuclear weapons annually. This aggressive stance underscores the ongoing regional security challenges, highlighting the imperative for nations, especially India, to bolster their defense strategies in response to evolving threats in the geopolitically sensitive Korean Peninsula.