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Kim Jong Un Set For April Succession

February 2012 | Political Risk Analysis

BMI View: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un looks set to formally assume power in April, amid several key state and party events. We expect broad policy continuity, especially in defence-related matters, but do not rule out incremental economic changes over the coming years.

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