North Korea's leader Kim Jong-il appears to be preparing his youngest son to be the countries new leader. Last year, his 27-year-old son became a four-star general and was given senior posts in the ruling Workers' party. Kim Jong-il never wanted to have a hereditary succession for the country but he feels there is no better option to stabilize the regime. After all, hereditary succession does not fall in line with socialism. Furthermore, his oldest son, Kim Jong-nam, was not chosen to be the new leader due to his flamboyant lifestyle. Kim Jong-nam had also lived abroad for many years in his life. Also, he did mention that what the North desires most is to normalize ties with the U.S. and have peace on their peninsula.
- Peter Zafiropoulos
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-12304763
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