North Korea’s dynastic succession (Le Monde diplomatique)
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When North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-il, died, there was widespread concern about the consequences, especially in the West. But his son seems to have succeeded smoothly: the country will not collapse, implode or explode. The succession appears to be safe, and may last a long time Source: Le Monde diplomatique