Although powerful women remain a rare sight in the upper tiers of the government apparatus, recent developments have provided increased legitimacy for women who aspire to assume positions of power.
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From Hermit Kingdom to Queendom
Kim Jong-un's Daughter and Her Role in North Korean Politic
Key Insights
It is all about sending a message: Introducing a successor is not why Kim Jong-un showcases his daughter. Rather, he wants to send a message to the international community. And considering developments in North Korea’s domestic politics, his signals are credible.
Written by Johannes Hollunder
31 August 2023 · 00:00 CETUpdated 21 June 2026 · 18:22 CETDOI 10.69790/epis02.39407 · Issue II
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Hollunder, J. (2023). From Hermit Kingdom to Queendom. EPIS Insight · Security Policy & Defence.
doi.org/10.69790/epis02.39407
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