North Korea Leadership Watch

Research and Analysis on the DPRK Leadership

Kim Jong Un gives instructions on production at the 11 May Factory, after viewing the "Arirang" model handheld 'phone. Seen in attendance is Ri Jae Il (L), a KWP senior deputy department director and close aide to Kim Jong Un (Photo: Rodong Sinmun).

Kim Jong Un Visits 11 May Factory, Views Mobile ‘Phone Handset

DPRK state media reported on 10 August (Saturday) that Kim Jong Un (Kim Cho’ng-u’n) toured the 11 May Factory.  He was accompanied by Korean Workers’ Party [KWP] Deputy Department Directors … Continue reading →

08/11/2013 · 1 Comment
Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt (L) takes a photograph of the Chuch'e Tower (R) from the balcony of the Grand People's Study House in Pyongyang (Photos: KCTV screengrabs)

DPRK TV News Reports on Richardson-Schmidt Visit to Grand People’s Study House and KIS University

DPRK state media aired a brief story (33 seconds) at the end of its 9 January (Wednesday) television newscast which showed former Governor Bill Richardson, Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt, … Continue reading →

01/10/2013 · 2 Comments
Naguib Sawiris (3rd L) and a delegation from the Orascom Group pose for a commemorative photograph after arriving at Pyongyang Airport on 4 October 2012 (Photo: KCNA screen grab)

Naguib Sawiris Arrives in the DPRK

DPRK state media reported on 4 October (Thursday) that Orascom Group executive Naguib Sawiris and a small delegation arrived in the DPRK.  KCNA reported that Sawiris and the Orascom party … Continue reading →

10/05/2012 · Leave a comment

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