Military and Intelligence Authorities: "Kim Jong-un's Normal State Governance"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Yang Nak-gyu]The military and intelligence authorities have recently assessed that despite rumors of 'health abnormalities,' North Korean State Affairs Commission Chairman Kim Jong-un is operating the government normally.

On the 29th, multiple military sources stated, "Some members of the National Assembly's Defense Committee inquired about Kim Jong-un's status," adding, "The Ministry of National Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and intelligence authorities have reportedly responded that Kim Jong-un is managing state affairs normally."

Although Kim Jong-un has not engaged in public activities since inspecting the 'Western District Air and Anti-Aircraft Division's Pursuit Assault Regiment' on the 11th, the military and intelligence authorities have evaluated that he is demonstrating his presence through messages such as 'inspection' and 'birthday celebrations,' which are part of his governing style.

The Ministry of National Defense and the Joint Chiefs of Staff are expected to report this information at the National Assembly Defense Committee meeting held that morning. The military authorities have refrained from commenting on the recently spreading 'Kim Jong-un health abnormality rumors.'