SEOUL, North Korea (AP) — North Korea’s official news agency says leader Kim Jong Un has made his first public appearance in 40 days.

KCNA reported Tuesday that Kim “gave field guidance” at the newly built Wisong Scientists Residential District. The agency also says that earlier in the same day, Kim “visited the newly built Natural Energy Institute of the State Academy of Sciences.” It was unclear when Kim made the two appearances.

Kim’s prolonged absence from public view had fueled speculation about his health and his control over the country.

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