Kim Jong Un positions himself for ascension
According to the constitution, Kim Jong Un’s position as chairman of the National Defence Commission makes him “supreme leader” of North Korea.
Kim Jong Un was made a four-star general last year and appointed a vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers’ Party.
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Hide AdSince his father’s death, state media have dubbed him Great Successor, Supreme Leader and Sagacious Leader.
Kim also is expected to formally assume command of the Workers’ Party and become chairman of the party’s Central Military Commission.