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Kim's Daughter as North Korea's Heir
North Korean defectors say Kim Jong Un's 13-year-old daughter may become his heir.
In brief
North Korean defectors say Kim Jong Un's 13-year-old daughter may become his heir. North Korean defectors and analysts believe Kim Jong Un's daughter Kim Ju Ae is being groomed as his successor. Originally reported by Ndtv.
Kim Yumi's Defection
Kim Yumi fled North Korea three years ago after state TV showed leader Kim Jong Un with his daughter.
Defection Motivation
Kim Yumi and her family left North Korea to avoid a fourth-generation dictatorship for their children.
North Korea's Leadership
North Korea is an authoritarian dynasty with three generations of the Kim family ruling in succession.
Kim's Daughter
Kim Jong Un's 13-year-old daughter, Kim Ju Ae, has made dozens of public appearances since late 2022.
Defectors' Views
Eight of 11 defectors interviewed by AP believe Kim Ju Ae is Kim Jong Un's likely heir.
Patriarchal Culture
North Korean officials treat Kim Ju Ae with protocols reserved for a successor, not a daughter.
Gender Concerns
Some North Koreans are skeptical about Kim Ju Ae's gender as a potential leader.
Historical Successions
North Korea's previous leadership transitions involved Kim Jong Il and Kim Jong Un.
Hereditary Succession
North Korea has institutionalized hereditary power succession like presidential elections.
Here's the gist
North Korean defectors and analysts believe Kim Jong Un's daughter Kim Ju Ae is being groomed as his successor.
