Pyongyang’s development of nuclear weapons was only intended to guard against US threats, she said, urging Washington to drop its “hostile policy” against the North to ensure its own security.
“It is an anachronistic idea if you think that only Washington has the right and capability to carry out a nuclear strike,” KCNA quoted her as saying.
“As long as we have the strength to hit back against US nuclear threats, we will never seek recognition or approval from anyone.”
Choe accused the G7 countries of illegally interfering in North Korea’s internal affairs by demanding denuclearisation, saying Pyongyang will take strong action if they attempt to violate its sovereignty and fundamental interests.
“We will continue all legitimate action granted to any sovereign states until military threats from the US and its allied hostile forces are completely eliminated, and the hostile environment that impedes our independent existence and development is fundamentally ended,” Choe said.