Kim Il Sung proclaimed 'Eternal President of the Republic' after his death

Kim Il Sung, the founding leader of North Korea, was proclaimed 'Eternal President of the Republic' in an event marked by significant political and constitutional change in North Korea. This proclamation occurred after Kim Il Sung's death, effectively eliminating the position of presidency in the country. His son, Kim Jong Il, who was already entrenched in power, consolidated his position without assuming the presidency. Instead, the role of the president was abolished, and the functions and titles were divided among other leadership positions. This significant change was ratified by the country's Supreme People's Assembly, which is North Korea's highest legislative body. The event cemented Kim Il Sung’s legacy and enshrined his ideology of Juche, or self-reliance, as the guiding principle for North Korea's future policies and governance. The move had critical implications for the North Korean state structure. By abolishing the presidency and proclaiming Kim Il Sung as the 'Eternal President,' the leadership reinforced the cult of personality surrounding Kim Il Sung, ensuring that his legacy would perpetually influence North Korean politics and society. All future leaders, including Kim Jong Il and after him, Kim Jong Un, would rule under the shadow of Kim Il Sung's eternal presence. This consolidation of power was accompanied by the restructuring of various state institutions. The clear separation of roles among the Workers' Party of Korea, the military, and the government was intended to reinforce party control over the country. Additionally, the Cultural and Propaganda Departments took a more prominent role in idolizing Kim Il Sung and legitimizing the authority of his successors. The event served to stabilize the regime internally, ensuring a clear line of succession and reducing potential power struggles. Kim Jong Il continued to lead with an emphasis on military strength, adhering to the Songun, or military-first policy. This restructuring sought to reinforce North Korea's political ideology and maintain the regime's stability amid international isolation and economic difficulties. #NorthKorea #KimIlSung #EternalPresident #PoliticalChange #Leadership #Juche #Songun #MoofLife