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Originally Published 9 days ago — by DW
Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, visited the family mausoleum publicly for the first time, signaling her rising prominence as a potential successor amid North Korea's upcoming Workers' Party congress, with analysts noting her central placement and symbolic gestures indicating her growing influence.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by ABC News
Kim Ju Ae, the teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, visited her family mausoleum, a move seen as bolstering her potential as heir, amid speculation about her future role in the regime's leadership.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Reuters
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended New Year celebrations in Pyongyang with his daughter Kim Ju Ae, featuring fireworks, patriotic performances, and a taekwondo demonstration. Kim praised the country's progress in 2025 and emphasized unity ahead of the upcoming Workers' Party Congress, while also sending New Year's wishes to North Korean troops fighting in Ukraine and receiving messages from world leaders.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended a military parade in Beijing with his daughter Kim Ju Ae, who is believed to be a potential successor, marking a significant political signal and strengthening North Korea's relationship with China. Her appearance outside North Korea is seen as a traditional step in succession planning, though her young age and gender pose questions about her future role.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Guardian
Kim Jong-un’s daughter, Kim Ju-ae, made her first international appearance in China, fueling speculation that she may be groomed as North Korea's future leader, potentially becoming the first female ruler of the country.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, made her first public international trip to Beijing, appearing alongside her father during a significant diplomatic visit, sparking speculation about her potential role in North Korea's future leadership and her significance in diplomatic and military contexts.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) has indicated that Kim Jong Un's preteen daughter, Kim Ju Ae, is being groomed as the likely successor to lead North Korea. This assessment is based on her recent public appearances alongside her father at significant events, which is a departure from the secretive state's tradition of not publicly involving leaders' children before adulthood. Despite Kim Jong Un's young age and no major health issues, his daughter's visibility has sparked speculation about the future leadership, although she lacks political achievements. The NIS's track record on North Korean matters is mixed, and the country's state media has not commented on any succession plans.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his daughter, Kim Ju Ae, were seen in matching outfits during a visit to a missile production plant, amid threats to "annihilate" the US and South Korea if provoked. Kim emphasized the importance of missile production for the country's nuclear deterrence and expressed readiness for war, aligning with "anti-imperialist independent" countries. The visit follows North Korea's increased military testing and the revelation that Russia has used North Korean missiles in Ukraine. Kim Ju Ae's public appearances have grown, leading to speculation about her role in the regime's future and the potential sidelining of Kim's sister, Kim Yo Jong.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
South Korea's National Intelligence Service has indicated that Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, is the most likely successor to lead North Korea, marking the first official acknowledgment of her potential future role. Despite Kim Jong Un's current health and youth, the NIS is considering all possibilities for succession. Kim Ju Ae has been visible in public events, including military displays, and is being referred to with respect, suggesting a grooming process for leadership in the hereditary regime.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by PBS NewsHour
South Korea's National Intelligence Service has indicated that Kim Jong Un's young daughter, Kim Ju Ae, is being groomed as the likely successor to lead North Korea. This assessment is based on her recent public appearances alongside her father at significant events, which is a departure from the secretive state's tradition of not publicly involving leaders' children until adulthood. While Kim Jong Un has other children and no major health issues, his daughter's visibility has sparked speculation about the future leadership in a country that has been ruled by the Kim dynasty since its inception. However, the NIS acknowledges the unpredictability of North Korea's succession process and the lack of direct confirmation from North Korean state media.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) has indicated that Kim Jong Un's young daughter, Kim Ju Ae, is being viewed as the potential successor to her father's leadership in North Korea. This assessment is based on her recent public appearances alongside her father at significant events, which is a departure from the secretive state's norm. Despite Kim Jong Un's young age and no major health issues, his daughter's visibility has sparked speculation about the future leadership, although North Korea has not commented on any succession plans. The NIS's track record on North Korean matters is mixed, and it is still uncertain whether Kim Ju Ae will indeed become the next leader, given the country's traditional male-dominated power structure and her lack of political achievements.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
South Korea's National Intelligence Service has indicated that Kim Ju Ae, the approximately 10-year-old daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, is being groomed as the likely successor to the dictatorship. Her recent public appearances alongside her father, including at military events, suggest she is being prepared for leadership. While Kim Jong Un is believed to have other children, Ju Ae's visibility has led analysts to view her as the heir apparent. The identity and role of Kim's other children, including a speculated son, remain uncertain, with implications for the country's future leadership.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) has indicated that Kim Jong Un's young daughter, Kim Ju Ae, is being viewed as the potential successor to her father's leadership in North Korea. This assessment is based on her recent public appearances alongside her father at significant events, which is a departure from the secretive state's norm. Despite Kim Jong Un's young age and no major health issues, the NIS's statement reflects a shift in their previous stance, acknowledging the possibility of a succession plan involving Kim Ju Ae. However, North Korean state media has not commented on any succession plans, and the NIS's track record on North Korean matters is mixed. The situation remains uncertain, with experts noting that Kim Ju Ae's lack of political achievements and North Korea's traditionally male-dominated leadership structure could affect her chances of becoming the country's next leader.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
North Korea's state newspaper has released pictures of Kim Jong Un's 10-year-old daughter, Kim Ju Ae, overseeing a missile test site, raising questions about succession plans. The public presence of Kim Ju Ae has led to speculation about her potential as the next North Korean leader. While the South Korean government does not rule out this possibility, experts believe that Pyongyang is using her to generate international attention and strengthen internal solidarity. However, the social atmosphere in North Korea and the traditionally male-oriented society make it unlikely for a female successor to be accepted.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
North Koreans are reportedly resentful of Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, for appearing well-fed while many in the country suffer from food insecurity. Residents have noticed her plump cheeks during public appearances with her father, leading to anger and frustration. Some experts speculate that she may be the successor to her father, but South Korean officials believe it's too early to determine. The country is facing an annual rice shortage of 800,000 metric tons, and about 60% of North Koreans dealt with food insecurity by the end of 2021, according to a recent UN report.