PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 19th, 2024: The PDB Personnel Files: Kim Jong Un
The President's Daily Brief
The Ruthless Consolidation of Power in North Korea
This chapter explores Kim Jong Un's ascent to power following Kim Jong Il's death, highlighting the political purges and ruthless strategies he employed to secure his regime. It contrasts his early perceived inexperience with his calculated actions to eliminate threats and instill fear among rivals.
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