North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un brought his teenage daughter, thought to be Ju Ae, to Beijing for her first public trip abroad during China’s Victory Day military parade. Many believe she is being prepared to take over as North Korea’s next leader.
South Korean intelligence says her name is Ju Ae. The name was first mentioned by former NBA star Dennis Rodman, who met Kim’s family in 2013 and said he held her when she was a baby. North Korea has not officially shared its name or age.
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He is accompanied by his daughter, Kim Ju Ae, for the first time. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi was at the forefront to welcome them in Beijing.
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— RussiaNews 🇷🇺 (@mog_russEN) September 2, 2025Ju Ae’s appearance at a major event alongside leaders such as China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin suggests she may be introduced as a future leader. She has often appeared with her father at local events since 2022, like missile tests and military parades. South Korea’s spy agency believes Kim is the most likely to succeed. Still, her young age and North Korea’s male-dominated culture raise questions.
Experts say her trip to Beijing is an important part of her diplomatic training. It shows Kim wants to get her ready for leadership.
Kim Jong Un, 41, leads a nuclear-armed country with a strict government. His daughter’s rising presence could mean the Kim family plans to keep ruling, a dynasty that began with Kim Il-sung in 1948. The event has drawn worldwide attention to North Korea’s future plans and how they could affect peace and security in the region.
