Succession plans emerge: Kim Jong Un grooming young daughter as future leader

According to South Korean intelligence (NIS), signs of Ju Ae's increased participation in state events, including the anniversary of the founding of the Korean People's Army and a visit to Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, indicate that she has entered the stage of designation as successor.

Previously, the girl was assessed as "most likely successor."

"As Kim Ju-ae has shown her presence at various events, including the founding anniversary of the Korean People's Army and her visit to the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, and signs have been detected of her voicing her opinion on certain state policies, the NIS believes she has now entered the stage of being designated as successor," the article says.

The agency also reported that it will monitor Ju Ae's participation in the upcoming party congress at the end of February.

In case of her appearance or assignment of an official title, speculation about succession may intensify.

According to intelligence, the daughter of the leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea was born in 2013.

Democratic People's Republic of Korea strengthens military power

As is known, North Korea remains an isolated authoritarian state under the leadership of Kim Jong Un.

The country continues to actively develop nuclear program and missile technologies, demonstrating military power in response to international sanctions and external pressure.

In September last year, the head of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea announced the creation of a "powerful secret weapon."

North Korean leader also announced that the Democratic People's Republic of Korea will present a new policy aimed at the simultaneous development of nuclear forces and conventional armed forces.