Kim Jong Un makes bold New Year statement with daughter’s rare mausoleum visit
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Moneycontrol02-01-2026, 07:16

Kim Jong Un's Daughter Ju Ae Fuels Succession Talk with Mausoleum Visit

  • Kim Jong Un's daughter, Ju Ae, made her first public visit to the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun mausoleum on January 1.
  • She joined her parents, Kim Jong Un and Ri Sol Ju, at the highly symbolic event honoring state founders.
  • Ju Ae's increasing public appearances, including this visit, intensify speculation about her being groomed as North Korea's next leader.
  • Analysts and South Korea's intelligence agency suggest she could be the fourth-generation leader.
  • Her presence at the mausoleum, following New Year's Eve celebrations, further fueled succession rumors despite unconfirmed reports of a son.

Why It Matters: Ju Ae's prominent mausoleum visit significantly boosts speculation about her succession to Kim Jong Un.

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