Kim Jong Il

Kim Jong Un is the current leader of North Korea, holding the titles of President and General Secretary of the ruling Workers' Party. He has been in power for 15 years. Recent news highlights his continued consolidation of power, with his re-election to key leadership positions in February and March 2026. These elections are viewed with skepticism by outside observers. Kim Jong Un has emphasized North Korea's status as a nuclear power and has outlined economic goals for the next five years, focusing on improving the people's standard of living. Furthermore, his sister, Kim Yo Jong, has been promoted within the party structure. There is also speculation that Kim Jong Un is preparing his daughter, Kim Ju Ae, to be his successor, although this remains unconfirmed.