The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) has strongly criticized a recent joint statement by G7 foreign ministers advocating for the country’s complete denuclearization. The official Korean Central News Agency reported on Friday that the DPRK remains unwavering in its stance on nuclear possession, citing the current geopolitical climate as justification. Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui emphasized that the DPRK’s nuclear arsenal is essential for deterring hostile states and ensuring national security. She accused the G7 of posing a significant nuclear threat to global peace and asserted that the group has no authority to dictate how sovereign states should defend themselves. Choe reiterated the DPRK’s commitment to its Constitution, which enshrines the right to possess nuclear weapons as long as external nuclear threats persist and hegemonic forces exist. The statement underscores the DPRK’s determination to safeguard its sovereignty and resist international pressure to disarm.