North Korea's leader introduces his sister and her children, fueling speculation about potential successors.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un recently introduced his sister Kim Yo-jong and her two children at a New Year's Eve event in Pyongyang. This has sparked speculation about potential successors. While Kim Jong-un's daughter, Kim Ju-ae, was previously seen as the main contender, Kim Yo-jong's son is now also considered a possible heir. North Korea has never had a female leader, and experts note the next leader must be from Kim Il-sung's bloodline. The event is seen as a strategic move to normalize the regime and signal evolution to the international community.
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