Kim Jong Un reportedly designates teenage daughter as heir, potentially sparking rivalry with aunt

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North Korea's Kim Jong Un is reportedly designating his 13-year-old daughter, Kim Ju Ae, as his successor. South Korea's intelligence agency believes this marks a formal stage of heir designation, evidenced by Ju Ae's increasing public appearances and involvement in state affairs. This potential succession faces challenges from Kim Jong Un's sister, Kim Yo Jong, and North Korea's patriarchal traditions, raising concerns about internal power struggles.


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