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Who will succeed Kim Jong Un?

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Kim Jong-un is reinforcing his daughter Kim Ju-ae's status as his likely successor, with her presence at high-profile diplomatic events and efforts to solidify her succession narrative, according to South Korean intelligence.

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North Korea's leader firming up daughter as successor, Seoul says

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  • Kim Jong-un is reinforcing his daughter Kim Ju-ae's role as successor.
  • Kim Ju-ae accompanied Kim Jong-un on a visit to China but avoided public appearances. 13s
  • South Korean intelligence believes the trip aimed to solidify her succession narrative. 24s
  • Kim Jong-un met with Chinese and Russian leaders during the visit. 1m 8s
  • South Korea expects expanded economic ties between North Korea and China, mainly unofficially. 1m 25s
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North Korea's leader firming up daughter as successor, Seoul says
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North Korea's leader firming up daughter as successor, Seoul says

Kim Jong-un appears to have solidified his daughter Kim Ju-ae as his likely successor after she accompanied him on a visit to China.

North Korea's leader firming up daughter as successor, Seoul says
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North Korea's leader firming up daughter as successor, Seoul says

South Korea's National Intelligence Service says the purpose of Kim Ju-ae's visit was to complete a narrative to solidify her position as a potential successor.

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North Korea's leader firming up daughter as successor, Seoul says

Kim Ju-ae's public appearances in diplomatic settings have increased since 2023, supporting her succession narrative.

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