Kim Jong-un

Kim Jong-un

Kim Jong-un is the third successive leader of North Korea, who is a member of the prominent Kim family. The previous leaders were Kim Il-sung, his grandfather, and Kim Jong-il, his father. Commentators say the leadership of North Korea is effectively dynastic and conservative forces will try to ensure North Korea's next leader will also be a descendant of Kim Il-sung. Candidates include his daughter Kim Ju-ae, who is just a school-child; Kim Yo-jong, his sister and most trusted advisor; and his uncle Kim Pyong-il.