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North Korea leader firming up status of daughter as successor: Seoul spy agency

Kim Ju Ae's China trip is part of a strategy to establish her as Kim Jong Un's successor, with South Korea's intelligence agency confirming her rising prominence in state media.

  • South Korea's National Intelligence Service stated that Kim Jong-un's daughter, Kim Ju-ae, is recognized as his successor after her recent visit to China with him.
  • Kim Ju-ae gained attention when she accompanied her father to meet Chinese leaders, which solidified her status as a potential future leader.
  • North Korean state media describes her as 'the beloved child' and a 'great person of guidance,' titles typically reserved for top leaders and successors.
  • The National Intelligence Service noted that there are rumors about an older brother being groomed as a leader, but these claims are deemed 'not credible.
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In the journey of Kim's daughter Kim Ju-ae to China, South Korea sends a clear signal with him. She enjoys the same level of protection as her father.

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Geopolitical Futures broke the news in on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
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