JOURNAL ARTICLE

Seoul Spy Agency Says Kim's Daughter Enters Succession Stage.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kang, Shinhye; Shin, Hyonhee 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the assessment by South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) regarding North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's daughter, Ju Ae, who appears to be in a phase of being designated as his successor. The NIS noted her increasing public appearances at significant military events and her prominent role alongside her father, indicating structured preparation for leadership. This marks a potential historic shift in North Korea's patriarchal political system, as Ju Ae is being groomed for succession, a process that has advanced beyond mere symbolic exposure. The NIS plans to monitor her participation in upcoming political events and any changes in her status that could signal her official designation as successor. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2026/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:191523754
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