• Kim Jong Un re-elected as general secretary at the Workers' Party congress.
• The congress focuses on improving the economy and military capabilities.
• Party rules revised and new Central Committee members elected.
• Kim's leadership emphasized the role of nuclear deterrence.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been re-elected as the general secretary of the ruling Workers' Party during the party congress held every five years, marking the fourth day of this important meeting, according to Channel News Asia. The election reflects the "unshakable will and unanimous desire" of the delegates, as reported by state media, with Kim’s leadership credited for improving the country's nuclear deterrent capabilities.

During the congress, which serves as a platform for the North Korean leadership to address various state functions, Kim outlined pressing tasks for the party, emphasizing the need to "boost economic construction and the people's standard of living," according to Al Jazeera. The congress offers a rare insight into the nation's direction, from economic policies to military strategies, highlighting the dual focus on strengthening both the economy and military preparedness.

In his speech, Kim acknowledged the struggles faced by the nation over the past five years and expressed optimism moving forward, stating that North Korea has now "overcome its worst difficulties," according to Reuters. He also indicated that during this year’s congress, significant changes to party rules were adopted, although details were not disclosed.

The re-election event, which is the ninth of its kind under Kim's family's rule, not only solidifies Kim’s position but also signals a continued focus on strengthening military capacities, especially regarding nuclear arms, as underscored by the congress discussions, according to Channel News Asia, Al Jazeera, and Reuters.