Succession
North Korea's state media silent on Kim Jong-un's birthday amid party congress push
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North Korea's state media made no mention of leader Kim Jong-un's birthday on January 8, instead emphasizing preparations for the upcoming party congress. The Rodong Sinmun urged officials to heighten discipline and loyalty, signaling a critical period ahead of the ninth congress expected in early 2026. Separately, a party magazine has highlighted the need for designating a successor, fueling speculation about Kim's daughter Ju-ae.
The Linux kernel community has quietly developed a succession plan to address the eventual retirement of its longtime leader, Linus Torvalds. Aging kernel maintainers acknowledge that relying on one individual to oversee everything posed long-term risks. This move aims to ensure the project's stability beyond Torvalds' involvement.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's daughter Ju-ae paid tribute at the family mausoleum for the first time on New Year's Day. She stood in the center of the front row alongside her father and mother, honoring the embalmed bodies of her grandfather and father. The visit has fueled speculation about her potential role in the regime's succession.