TLDRSouth Korea’s spy agency believes Kim Jong-un’s teenage daughter, Kim Ju-ae, is being designated as North Korea’s future leader. This assessment comes as Kim prepares for the Workers’ party congress, where he is expected to outline his policy goals and tighten his grip. Kim Ju-ae, believed to be 13, has appeared in public at several high-profile events, raising speculation about her political future.

Source: The Guardian February 13, 2026 08:01 UTC