Academy of National Defense Science


The Academy of National Defense Science is a North Korean organization involved in the North Korean missile program, including the Hwasong-14. It is based in Pyongyang, and currently headed by Colonel General Jang Chang-ha.
It has been sanctioned by the United States government, and subject to export controls in relations to United Nations Security Council Resolution 2270.

History

In 2010, it was known as the Second Academy of Natural Sciences.

Naval warfare

The Academy is also responsible for developing naval vessels and weapons, and has a Maritime Research Institute, headquartered at the Sinpo South Shipyard.
The Academy also operates the Namp’o Ship Design Institute.

Leaders