Leadership
Information related to North Korea’s leadership and leadership structures
Why the US has worked to stop allies like South Korea from going nuclear
Some in Seoul want nukes to defend against North Korea, but US has put forward tough consequences to prevent this before
How elite North Korean women have shattered the glass ceiling under Kim Jong Un
Daughter’s frequent appearances and women in key posts showcase shifting attitudes about roles women can play
Kim Jong Un appears to skip ceremony for father’s birthday for first time
State media says North Korean leader sent flower basket to Kim Jong Il’s shrine but doesn’t mention visit
Kim Jong Un creates new bodyguard unit in latest effort to bolster security
Guard unit’s establishment also coincides with increasing public presence of North Korean leader’s daughter
Kim Jong Un opens construction on major housing and farm projects in capital
State media reveals worker camp near Pyongyang is for new greenhouse farm in latest effort to combat food shortages
Kim Jong Un’s daughter unlikely to be next leader of North Korea: Seoul minister
Unification ministry's Kwon Young-se also raises doubts about reported DPRK outreach regarding separated families
Book review: A history of North Korea found nowhere else
‘The North Korean Army’ mines sources in multiple languages to deliver rich but accessible account of the DPRK
New military promotions appear to underscore North Korea’s focus on missiles
Recently revealed ICBM units may have new commanders, while Politburo Presidium member a conspicuous no-show at parade
North Korea to issue new stamps featuring Kim Jong Un’s daughter
Girl appears on nearly half of new postage stamps commemorating Nov. ICBM launch, underscoring her growing prominence
How Paris became the favorite European escape of North Korea’s elite
City of Lights has long held dark appeal for DPRK nobility seeking entertainment or just refuge from Pyongyang intrigue
