Uncle Could Overshadow Kim Jong-il's Son

Succession

Updated Apr. 24, 2017 12:50PM EDT / Published Dec. 19, 2011 3:18PM EST

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Kim Jong-il’s chosen successor Kim Jong-un may find himself overshadowed by his more experienced uncle, Jang Sung-taek. Jang has been a part of the Worker’s Party for 30 years and occupied important positions in the military, secret police, and running special economic zones. Whereas, Kim Jong-un was unknown until he was made a general in September 2010. One North Korea expert said, “Kim Jong-un has had only two years. It is not enough time to become crown prince.” The regime already appears to be setting up a system of collective leadership, giving the military greater power.

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Uncle Could Overshadow Kim Jong-il's Son

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