North Korea leader Kim’s daughter on way to becoming successor

Published 12 Feb, 2026 09:35am 1 min read
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, his wife Ri Sol Ju and their daughter Kim Ju Ae visit the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun to mark the New Year, in Pyongyang, North Korea. – Reuters
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, his wife Ri Sol Ju and their daughter Kim Ju Ae visit the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun to mark the New Year, in Pyongyang, North Korea. – Reuters

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s daughter is believed to be in line to become the country’s next leader, and there are signs she is providing input on policy matters, South Korean lawmakers said on Thursday, citing a spy agency briefing.

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