Kim Jong Un has acknowledged about an acute food shortage in North Korea.

Kim Jong Un has conceded that North Korea faces a food shortage due to last year's flooding.

Kim Jong Un has conceded that North Korea faces a food shortage due to last year's flooding.The leader said that the food shortage is real, and the situation is getting tense as the agricultural sector failed to fulfill its grain production plan. He was addressing the ruling Workers' Party central committee held in the capital Pyongyang. Media reports suggest that the food prices are alarming as a kilogram of bananas costs $45 (£32).

North Korea relies on China for food, fertilizer, and fuel, but the trade has halted since the pandemic began. It is also subject to international sanctions due to its nuclear program. Moreover, the severe flooding last year resulted in an estimated food deficit of about 1 million tons. The borders have been sealed, and aid organizations have not been able to help people.