Kim Jong-un Re-elected as North Korea's Top Leader by Supreme People's Assembly

Kim Jong-un was re-elected as President of the State Affairs Commission, the highest decision-making body in North Korea, during the first session of the 15th Supreme People's Assembly. This re-election follows parliamentary elections that reportedly saw nearly 100% participation.

Key points

• The re-election was confirmed by the state agency KCNA with a vote described as an "ample majority."
• The State Affairs Commission concentrates key political, economic, and military decisions.
• The 687 deputies of the unicameral Parliament assumed their roles the day before the session.
• Official participation in the preceding elections was reported at 99.9%.
• Kim Jong-un was described in the official declaration as the "undisputed leader of the Juche revolution."

Why it matters

The confirmation solidifies Kim Jong-un's absolute control over North Korea's political structure. The State Affairs Commission presidency is the most powerful position in the state apparatus.