In an attempt to develop a tourist economy, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un celebrated the impending launch of Wonsan Kalma — a beachside resort on the east coast of the country with features such as a water park.

North Korea has completed construction of a massive "world-class" beach resort on its east coast and will open it to the public next week, state-run media reported Thursday.

Kim Jong Un has unveiled a beach resort equipped with water slides, hotels, restaurants and shopping centres in a move to promote tourism. The North Korean leader was seen relaxing poolside next to his daughter and presumed heir Kim Ju Ae with a pack of cigarettes, cold drink and towel at the east coast Wonsan-Kalma retreat.