Kim Jong Un increases public appearances in wake of execution



News Kim Jong Un increases public appearances in wake of execution "They want to show that Kim is still the leader and indicate that even if Jang passed away, the system is stable" Kang Tae-jun December 16, 2013 SHARE COPY LINK FACEBOOK X LINKEDIN MASTODON Rodong Sinmun North Korean media reported several of Kim Jong Un’s public appearances over the weekend, in what some observers have said is an attempt to show the world that things are returning to normality after the execution of Jang Song Thaek. Multiple reports published by state media showed Kim actively visiting different sites across North Korea from December 14, just one day after news of Jang’s execution emerged. North Korean media reported several of Kim Jong Un’s public appearances over the weekend, in what some observers have said is an attempt to show the world that things are returning to normality after the execution of Jang Song Thaek. Multiple reports published by state media showed Kim actively visiting different sites across North Korea from December 14, just one day after news of Jang’s execution emerged. Become a member for less than $5.75 per week. Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts. Subscribe now All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time. © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. No part of this content may be reproduced, distributed, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission from Korea Risk Group. Get the Daily Update Start your day with the North Korea stories that matter most – as selected by And how should we address you in correspondence? One more step! Please check your inbox, for an email we just sent you, and click on the confirmation message in it to get subscribed to our Daily News Update. Trending

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Kim Jong Un increases public appearances in wake of execution

"They want to show that Kim is still the leader and indicate that even if Jang passed away, the system is stable"

Kang Tae-jun December 16, 2013

Kim Jong Un increases public appearances in wake of execution

Rodong Sinmun

North Korean media reported several of Kim Jong Un’s public appearances over the weekend, in what some observers have said is an attempt to show the world that things are returning to normality after the execution of Jang Song Thaek.

Multiple reports published by state media showed Kim actively visiting different sites across North Korea from December 14, just one day after news of Jang’s execution emerged.

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