Kim Jong-un is a prominent figure in global politics, serving as the Supreme Leader of North Korea since late 2011, following the death of his father, Kim Jong-il. Born on January 8, 1983 or 1984 (the exact year remains a subject of debate), Kim Jong-un is known for his secretive and authoritarian regime, maintaining North Korea’s isolation from the international community.
Kim Jong-un is the youngest of three children born to Kim Jong-il and Ko Yong-hui. His upbringing was shrouded in secrecy, but it is known that he received education in Switzerland under a pseudonym to keep his identity hidden. Little was known about him until he emerged as the heir apparent to the North Korean leadership.
Kim Jong-un took power upon his father’s death, and his succession was marked by a mixture of consolidation of power and purging of potential rivals. His rise to power signaled a continuation of the Kim dynasty’s rule in North Korea.
Nuclear Ambitions: One of the most significant aspects of Kim Jong-un’s rule has been North Korea’s pursuit of nuclear weapons. The regime has conducted several nuclear tests and missile launches, leading to tensions with the international community, particularly with the United States and South Korea.