Leadership
Information related to North Korea’s leadership and leadership structures
North Korea holds post-congress military parade with no weapons procession
Kim Jong Un delivers speech warning enemies of ‘immediate’ retaliatory strikes if sovereignty violated
February 26, 2026
The who’s who on stage with Kim Jong Un at the Ninth Party Congress
NK Pro identifies key figures sitting next to the leader and what it says about North Korea’s priorities in years ahead
February 25, 2026
North Korea rolls out red carpet at military parade venue in final prep
Red decorations and chairs set up in central Pyongyang, a task typically done within 3 days of parade
February 25, 2026
Trump makes no mention of North Korea in State of the Union speech
US president’s neglect of issue reflects limited chances of success from talks, expert says
February 25, 2026
North Korea’s Party Congress continues meetings on next five-year plan
Leader Kim Jong Un not reported present on day 6 as state media suggests sectoral meetings will carry over to day 7
February 25, 2026
Kim Jong Un’s reelection, Kim Yo Jong’s promotion and changes at the top
NK News’ Joon Ha Park breaks down what we’ve learned through day 6 of the ongoing Ninth Party Congress
February 25, 2026
Kim Jong Un cements his control with latest reshuffles at Party Congress
North Korean leader has filled key posts with close allies, while likely naming sister to lead a party control tower
February 24, 2026
North Korea debuts China-style name badges at Ninth Party Congress
Delegates spotted wearing red badges with photo, name and title for first time, likely reflecting Chinese influence
February 24, 2026
North Korean leader promotes sister Kim Yo Jong to department director
Kim set for bigger role after history of fiery statements against South Korea, as Party Congress shakes up leadership
February 24, 2026
Kim Jong Un vows to accelerate development, slams ‘extreme negligence’
North Korean leader criticizes mismanagement of new factories, concluding review of party’s work at Ninth Congress
February 24, 2026
