North Korean leader Kim Jong-un’s daughter, Ju-ae, has been prominently featured in recent public events, showcasing a socialist narrative of society as one unified family. At these gatherings, Ju-ae was seen alongside her parents, including a visit to the family mausoleum and a tree-planting ceremony in Pyongyang.
The media coverage of Ju-ae has sparked speculation about her potential role as Kim’s successor, given her central presence in these events. However, a Seoul official suggests that North Korea’s emphasis is more on promoting the concept of a “socialist great family” rather than signaling leadership succession.
The socialist great family ideology in North Korea aims to foster unity and loyalty by portraying the leadership as parental figures and the populace as their children. This narrative shift towards family values is evident in the recent public appearances of Ju-ae alongside her father and mother, Ri Sol-ju.
