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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shweta Sharma

Kim Jong Un tightens grip on North Korea’s ruling party for 15th straight year

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un was re-elected as the head of the Workers' Party, cementing his 15-year grip on the country’s sole ruling party.

Mr Kim was re-elected as general secretary in a ceremonial but significant step to consolidate his power and set long-term policies and goals for the country.

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