DPRK Leadership refers to the political authority and governance structure of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, characterized by a centralized, authoritarian regime led by the Kim dynasty. It encompasses the roles, policies, and ideological frameworks established by its leaders, particularly in relation to domestic governance and international relations.
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DPRK Leadership refers to the political authority and governance structure of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, characterized by a centralized, authoritarian regime led by the Kim dynasty. It encompasses the roles, policies, and ideological frameworks established by its leaders, particularly in relation to domestic governance and international relations.
2014, Policy Papers of the Polish Institute of International Affairs
Ever since previous North Korean leader Kim Jong-il passed away in December 2011, concerns about the new North Korean regime have been growing. Although the international community has worried mainly about the country’s foreign policy,... more
Ever since previous North Korean leader Kim Jong-il passed away in December 2011, concerns about the new North Korean regime have been growing. Although the international community has worried mainly about the country’s foreign policy, especially nuclear and missile threats, recent news about a purge in the North Korean leadership has brought to the fore the question of the regime’s internal stability. Kim Jong-un has been steadily building a new system of governance, giving more power to the Korean Workers' Party apparatus at the expense of the armed forces. He has also shown interest in boosting North Korea’s economy. In foreign and security policy, however, in the short term, North Korea is likely to continue on its previous uncompromising course.
Le décès de Kim Jong-il : le début d’une nouvelle ère en Corée du Nord ? Depuis la mort de Kim Jong-il et l’avènement de son fils Kim Jong-un, la Corée du Nord est entrée dans une nouvelle phase de son histoire. Les réformes économiques... more
Le décès de Kim Jong-il : le début d’une nouvelle ère en Corée du Nord ? Depuis la mort de Kim Jong-il et l’avènement de son fils Kim Jong-un, la Corée du Nord est entrée dans une nouvelle phase de son histoire. Les réformes économiques nord-coréennes rappellent le besoin de définir la nature du modèle économique nord-coréen. Une définition qui permet de présenter la stratégie du pays et d’en déterminer les enjeux.
2020, North Korea: "Chuch’e" Ideology Above all Else!
A 12-page essay which looks at North Korea's official ideology, its communist influences, and the "god-like" qualities circulating around the Kim family. A bibliography is included on pages 13 & 14.