Leadership
Information related to North Korea’s leadership and leadership structures
Next steps for North Korea: Will the DPRK reopen its borders in 2024?
Survey finds most experts expect partial reopening for only allies or embassies, as hardliners push to maintain control
December 21, 2023
Kim Jong Un says he won’t hesitate to nuke US upon ‘nuclear provocation’
North Korean leader lauds soldiers who launched ICBM as sister Kim Yo Jong denounces UN meeting
December 21, 2023
North Korean diplomat’s China visit may pave way for Kim-Xi summit, experts say
First DPRK delegation in four years is sign allies will focus more on ties after being overshadowed by Russia
December 20, 2023
Drills on assassinating Kim Jong Un remain an ‘option,’ ROK defense chief says
Shin Won-sik makes rare mention of decapitation strikes against North Korea as US-ROK special forces exercises kick off
December 19, 2023
North Korea turns a corner with operational exercise of solid-fuel ICBM
After third successful launch of Hwasong-18, DPRK appears primed to focus on demonstrating new capabilities
December 19, 2023
North Korea hints at secret shakeup of military officials ahead of party plenum
State media coverage of mausoleum visit reveals unannounced promotion, while top military leader mysteriously absent
December 18, 2023
Next steps for North Korea: How open is Kim Jong Un to future diplomacy with US?
Most experts say DPRK would have limited interest in talks with new president, though some see potential in arms control
December 18, 2023
Kim Jong Un marks 12th anniversary of father’s death
Makeup of leader’s entourage during memorial service hints at recent promotions and possible purge, expert says
December 17, 2023
Next steps for North Korea: How successful is Yoon’s inter-Korean policy?
Survey of over 100 experts finds most consider Seoul’s approach ‘ineffective,’ with many saying tensions have worsened
December 15, 2023
Holiday gift guide: 2023’s best books on North Korea for all kinds of readers
New works offer fresh insight into the DPRK, from a deep dive into the military to a memoir of growing up in Pyongyang
December 14, 2023
