Leadership
Information related to North Korea’s leadership and leadership structures
A portrait of authority: Pictures of the Kims in N. Korea
What role do the omnipresent pictures of the leadership play in society? And are they really unique?
So, what was that inter-Korean crisis about? And who won?
In parsing the recent crisis, experts are divided. Unusually, so is Pyongyang
Kim Jong Il ‘birthplace’ undamaged, despite claim ‘raging fire’ burned it down
Visitors say no sign of fire at or around 'Paektu Secret Camp'
Analysis: What outcome can we expect from inter-Korean talks?
Analysts, observers uncertain that talks can lead to major accord
The symbolic value of Kim Il Sung’s pistols for N. Koreans
Commemorative war pistols could foretell N. Korea's future direction, says Sejong Institute researcher
Political events majority of N. Korean leadership agenda in July
Elections, Victory Day, other events grant Pyongyang opportunities to strengthen Party control
Rudeboy: Kim Jong Un invites but then disses Lee Hee-ho
No PR sense, no manners, no strategy: Does the Young Marshal have a clue?
The sociology of the Korean People’s Army
North Korea’s military enjoys massive role in society, even more than its 10-year conscription time suggests
Our (party’s) wedding: Tying the knot in North Korea
The government sticks its nose in everything, including two people's special day
Pyongyang confirms Pak is People’s Armed Forces Minister
Pak’s appointment likely meant to increase party control of military
