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Kim Jong Un Extends Rule as North Korea Re-Elects General Secretary

North Korea’s ruling Workers’ Party reappointed Kim Jong Un as general secretary at its congress, with state media claiming enhanced deterrence and a pivot to nuclear forces, while Kim pledges to boost the economy and living standards. The four-day congress, attended by about 5,000 members, also saw a reshuffle of its presidium amid tight secrecy about the regime’s true capabilities; observers are watching for any disclosure of the next phase of Pyongyang’s weapons program and for whether Kim’s daughter Ju Ae appears as heir.

via BBC|

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world18 days ago•4 min saved

Kim Jong Un set to unveil five-year plan at North Korea's party congress

North Korea will convene its Workers’ Party congress in late February, where Kim Jong Un is expected to outline a five-year domestic and foreign policy, emphasizing self-reliance, economic development, and an expanded nuclear-military posture amid closer ties with Russia and China and ongoing tensions with the U.S.

via AP News|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

North Korea Breaks Decades-Long Silence on Dissenting Votes

The North Korean government has acknowledged votes against government-selected candidates in local elections for the first time since 1956. Just under 1% of the voting population cast a ballot against the selected candidates, according to the ruling Workers' Party. Voter turnout was reported at 99.63%. The introduction of multiple candidates in these elections is seen as a way to project a more progressive image to the outside world while maintaining internal control. However, election data reported by the ruling party is considered unreliable due to the government's total control and suppression of opposition.

via Fox News|

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