North Korea drops reunification goal

In a historic shift in national policy, North Korea has officially amended its constitution to remove all references to "peaceful reunification" with the South.

The revision newly defines North Korean territory as land bordering a separate, hostile state, formally ending seven decades of official policy seeking to unite the peninsula.

Analysts suggest this move codifies leader Kim Jong Un's strategy of treating South Korea as a primary enemy rather than a partner for future integration.

Despite the constitutional change, South Korean officials have stated they will continue to pursue a path toward peace and stability in the region.