Kim Jong Un watched a football match between the missile agency and Economic Commission No. 2, expressing thanks to scientists and weapons industry workers who have developed defense capabilities.
On 27 September 2026, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that Kim Jong Un, North Korea's supreme leader, attended a football match between the North Korean Missile Administration and Economic Commission No. 2 held on 22 September. The match was part of activities to honor personnel in the defense science and weapons industry.
The match was between the Hwasong team from the Missile Administration and the Ponghwa team from Economic Commission No. 2. Both teams competed closely for their agencies' honor, with the Hwasong team winning 4-1. An awards ceremony followed amid applause from attendees.
The report stated that Kim Jong Un met with senior officials in the weapons industry, offering congratulations and encouragement to researchers from the Missile Administration, Economic Commission No. 2, and workers in the weapons industry, whom the North Korean government credits with significantly advancing the country’s defense capabilities.
The North Korean leader said the football match was held to appreciate the efforts of these personnel and to thank them for their work. He praised the dedication and loyalty of scientists, defense technicians, and weapons industry workers, calling on defense personnel to continuously enhance military capabilities. He emphasized using cooperation and joint efforts to protect the nation's sovereignty and security, as well as to maintain peace.
Source: KCNA