North Korean leader Kim Jong-un recently inspected several business facilities in Pyongyang, holding a puppy owned by his wife and watching his daughter gently pet a cat.
Visit to Livestock Complex Expansion
Kim Jong-un toured the fourth-phase expansion of the Pyongyang Heart Livestock Complex alongside his daughter Ju-ae and wife Ri Sol-ju. Organization and Guidance Department Director Jo Yong-won stated that Kim emphasized the project as a model for broader economic breakthroughs when reviewing its enterprise protection efforts.
Recent Inspections Highlight Diverse Businesses
Kim’s latest site visits included a pet breeding and service center supplying puppies and small animals, as well as feed distribution outlets focused on half-rye animal analysis and related products. Other stops featured Hwaseong Animal Shop, Hwaseong Feed Shop, grooming facilities, and rice mills boasting a capacity nearing 20 tons per day.
Public images from these inspections captured widespread admiration for Kim and his family’s charisma. At the animal shop, Ju-ae petted cats while Kim held a puppy, showcasing a relaxed and engaging presence. Direct observations at the feed shop revealed Kim smiling broadly as he sampled rice liquor alongside modern instruments like cellos, trumpets, and pianos, praising their diverse assembly.
Push for Cultural and Economic Growth
These facilities exceed basic consumer goods, offering cultural and artistic leisure options to the public. Kim stressed the importance of expanding such diverse broadcast factories nationwide to meet citizens’ cultural demands without restraint. “We must promote these kinds of businesses everywhere, alongside protecting the overall economic foundation,” Kim remarked.
Officials anticipate full operations for key projects, including a major rice mill, by Kim Il-sung’s birthday on April 15, positioning them as significant economic milestones.
