North Korea’s Kim Jong Un sets stage for daughter as his successor: Seoul

Al Jazeera Political StrategyNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Erin HaleFebruary 12, 2026 at 07:49 AM

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Kim Jong-un’s daughter may well become North Korea’s first female leader

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South Korea's intelligence agency believes North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is preparing his daughter, Kim Ju Ae, as his successor. This assessment, shared with legislators on Thursday, marks an increase from the agency's previous view of her as the "most likely successor." Kim Ju Ae has been increasingly visible at important events, including the Armed Forces Day ceremony and a visit to the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, with indications she is voicing opinions on policy. Analysts believe that if she attends or receives a title at the upcoming Workers’ Party congress, speculation about her succession will intensify. The Kumsusan Palace of the Sun holds significant importance as the resting place of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il.

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Kumsusan Palace of the Sun is the final resting place of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il.

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Kim Ju Ae made her first public appearance in 2022.

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Kim Ju Ae's presence continues to be highlighted at events.

factual — Lee Seong-gwon90% confidence

South Korea’s spy agency believes Kim Jong Un is preparing to designate his daughter as his successor.

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Ju Ae has now entered the succession selection stage.

prediction — Lee Seong-gwon70% confidence

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Kim Jong Il 40% Kim Il Sung 40% Kumsusan Palace of the Sun ×250% Seoul 60% Yonhap News Agency ×265% South Korea ×270% National Intelligence Service 75% North Korea ×380% Kim Jong Un ×390% Kim Ju Ae ×695%

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north korea 100% kim jong un 100% succession 90% kim ju ae 90% south korea 70% political succession 70% intelligence agency 60% workers’ party congress 50% kumsusan palace of the sun 40%