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South Korea Intelligence Says Kim Jong Un Designates Daughter as Successor
South Korea's National Intelligence Service reports Kim Ju-ae is in the 'successor designation' stage, showing signs of policy input and elevated leadership status.
- During a closed-door briefing Thursday, Seoul's agency assessed Kim Jong Un is preparing to designate his daughter Kim Ju Ae as successor, stating she has entered the selection stage.
- Travel patterns show domestic ceremonial roles and overseas exposure, including her first appearance in 2022 and visits to Wonsan's Kalma coastal area and Beijing by armour-plated train.
- Seoul notes the large submarine project, capable of carrying up to 10 SLBMs, as an 8,700-tonne nuclear-powered submarine image is released, indicating ongoing military developments.
- If she appears or receives a title at the ruling Workers' Party congress later this month, analysts say speculation about her succession will gain traction, though her official age remains unknown.
- Her presence in Beijing affirmed international exposure, as she met with Chinese and Russian leaders during the September parade, tying succession to diplomatic visibility and Kumsusan Palace's symbolism.
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