Why is North Korea testing nuclear weapons? Analysis of the North Korean government's statements suggests that the leadership in Pyongyang sees in nuclear weapons the following benefits: 1. Guaranteeing security of the state 2. Economic development and prosperity 3. Gaining respect and prestige in the international arena
Most of the news articles shows the point of view in their side, but if you perspective in different angle such as point of view in North Korea side, it is very understandable that I would probably make the same decision.