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News|Kim Jong UnNorth Korea’s Kim Jong Un re-elected as chief of Workers’ PartyKim says his party is focused on the tasks of ‘boosting economic construction and the people’s standard of living’.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been re-elected as secretary-general of the Workers' Party, extending his leadership of the country's sole governing party. The election occurred on Sun, Feb 20, 2026, during the party congress, which is held every…

ABy Angela WatersFeb 23, 20261 min read

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been re-elected as secretary-general of the Workers' Party, extending his leadership of the country's sole governing party. The election occurred on Sun, Feb 20, 2026, during the party congress, which is held every five years, as reported by the state news agency KCNA. The event also included the election of Central Committee members and modifications to certain party rules, though specific details were not disclosed.

Kim Jong Un has been North Korea’s supreme leader since 2011, following the death of his father, Kim Jong Il. In 2019, constitutional amendments were approved to formalize Kim's comprehensive control over state affairs, which established him officially as head of state.

During the Workers' Party Congress, Kim evaluated the party's achievements over the past five years and proposed new strategies and goals for the upcoming five-year period. He described the recent years as a "proud period" in advancing a socialist agenda unique to North Korea, while acknowledging challenges such as international sanctions and global health crises.

Kim emphasized the urgency of enhancing economic development and improving living standards, stating that the party faces significant tasks in transforming state and social life. He urged for continuous effort without stagnation.

The election occurred on Sun, Feb 20, 2026, during the party congress, which is held every five years, as reported by the state news agency KCNA.
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Remarks were also made by other high-ranking officials, including Minister of Foreign Affairs Choe Son Hui.

Kim Jong Un has highlighted the significance of economic growth alongside maintaining military strength. He claimed that North Korea had surmounted its most challenging periods in recent years and expressed optimism and confidence for the future.

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Prior to the congress, Kim unveiled numerous nuclear-capable rocket launchers, describing them as "wonderful" and "attractive." He noted that the use of such weapons would be unrivaled in its impact.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

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