Leadership
Information related to North Korea’s leadership and leadership structures
The unusual Orthodox church set to star in Putin’s state visit to North Korea
Church of the Life-giving Trinity is a symbol of Russia-DPRK friendship and could receive rare visit from Kim Jong Un
June 19, 2024
Putin, Kim sign ‘comprehensive’ treaty outlining mutual defense obligations
Russian leader says treaty envisions ‘assistance in case of aggression,’ as North Korea send arms for use in Ukraine
June 19, 2024
Kim Jong Un greets Putin at Pyongyang airport, belatedly kicking off state visit
Russian leader touched down overnight, hours behind schedule, after extended stopover in Russian Far East
June 19, 2024
North Korean TV to air Russian film for Putin visit despite ban on foreign media
Authorities make rare exception to rules to broadcast WWII drama on KCTV as part of Russia-centered programming block
June 18, 2024
North Korea lines streets with Putin portraits and Russian flags ahead of visit
DPRK preparing to roll out red carpet for Russian leader, who is set to arrive overnight after running behind schedule
June 18, 2024
Putin vows to work with North Korea against US, improve sanctions evasion
Russian leader pens letter to DPRK people ahead of summit, as DPRK editorial emphasizes military cooperation
June 18, 2024
Putin to visit North Korea from Tuesday for summit with Kim Jong Un: Kremlin
Russian leader’s first trip to country in 20 years comes amid global scrutiny of DPRK arms shipments for use in Ukraine
June 17, 2024
Likely Russian cargo planes land in Pyongyang ahead of Putin visit
Arrival of multiple aircraft suggests large delegation for Russian leader’s visit to North Korea on Tuesday
June 17, 2024
Signs of military parade prep visible in Pyongyang ahead of possible Putin visit
Satellite imagery shows construction in Kim Il Sung Square consistent with a parade, despite lack of marching practice
June 13, 2024
Why North Korea insists playing basketball makes you taller
State propaganda has pushed dubious claim since 60s, and it may have even driven Kim Jong Un’s obsession with the sport
June 13, 2024
