description Kim Jong-un Overview
Kim Jong-un is the leader of North Korea. He assumed power after his father, Kim Jong-il, died in December 2011, and has occupied the leading offices of the ruling Workers' Party, state, and armed forces. Under his government, North Korea has continued developing nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles, prompting international criticism and United Nations sanctions. He is studied in relation to East Asian politics, authoritarian rule, and nuclear proliferation.
[Council on Foreign Relations backgrounder](https://www.cfr.org/backgrounders/north-korea-nuclear-weapons-missile-tests)
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When did Kim Jong-un become North Korea’s leader?
Kim Jong-un assumed power after his father, Kim Jong-il, died in December 2011. He subsequently occupied leading positions in the ruling Workers’ Party, the state, and the armed forces.
What country does Kim Jong-un lead?
Kim Jong-un leads North Korea, officially known as the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. His government has continued the country’s nuclear-weapons development program.
Who was Kim Jong-un’s father?
His father was Kim Jong-il, the previous leader of North Korea. Kim Jong-un succeeded him after Kim Jong-il’s death in December 2011.
What policies is Kim Jong-un’s government associated with?
His government is associated with continued nuclear-weapons development and the maintenance of North Korea’s centralized political system. He also holds top roles across the party, state, and military structures.
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