| Autor: |
Jongseok Woo |
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Journal of Military & Strategic Studies; 2024, Vol. 23 Issue 2, p277-303, 27p |
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This article explores the political dynamics and power structures in North Korea under the Kim family rule. It emphasizes the unique success of three-generation hereditary successions without political turmoil and the crucial role played by the Korean People's Army (KPA) in maintaining the regime's resilience. The article discusses the evolution of the KPA's mission and its unwavering loyalty to the Kim family, as well as the characteristics and vulnerabilities of personalist dictatorships. It also examines the sources of power for Kim Il-sung and the political transformations in North Korea from its state-building to the 1970s. The article concludes by challenging the misconception that the military dominates North Korea's political system and suggests that as long as the military's role remains intact, the regime is likely to maintain relative stability. [Extracted from the article] |
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