Kim Jong Un is the supreme leader of North Korea, officially known as the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).
Kim Jong Un was born on January 8, 1984 (though some sources suggest 1983 or 1982).
He is the third and youngest son of Kim Jong Il, the former supreme leader, and Ko Yong Hui, a consort of Kim Jong Il.
Kim reportedly attended school in Switzerland under a pseudonym, where he learned English, German, and French. Later, he returned to North Korea and pursued military studies at Kim Il Sung Military University.
In the mid-2000s, Kim Jong Un was groomed as the heir to his father, bypassing his older brothers.
After Kim Jong Il’s death in December 2011, Kim Jong Un became the Supreme Leader of North Korea. He holds several titles, including Chairman of the Workers’ Party of Korea and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.
Kim Jong Un’s rule is marked by consolidation of power, strict authoritarianism, and a focus on military and nuclear development
Kim is married to Ri Sol Ju, and the couple reportedly has three children.
Despite efforts to modernize the economy, North Korea remains heavily isolated, with significant challenges due to sanctions and internal policies.
Kim participated in historic summits with South Korean President Moon Jae-in and former U.S. President Donald Trump in 2018-2019, though these meetings yielded limited results.
He accelerated North Korea’s nuclear weapons program, conducting multiple missile and nuclear tests, which led to international sanctions.
