North Korea Drops New Constitution: 4 Major Changes
Summary
North Korea published an amended constitution that defines South Korea as a separate country and removes references to reunification and national unity. The changes also strengthen Kim Jong Un’s authority over lawmakers and the country’s nuclear forces.Key Facts
- The revised constitution was published online on Wednesday after being unavailable for about two and a half years.
- North Korea amended the constitution at the first session of its 15th Supreme People’s Assembly on March 23.
- The constitution defines North Korean territory as bordering China and Russia to the north and South Korea to the south, including associated airspace and waters.
- The revised text identifies South Korea as a separate country but does not set clear land or maritime borders.
- The constitution removes references to peaceful reunification and national unity.
- The changes give Kim Jong Un authority to veto parliamentary decisions and remove lawmakers who lose the confidence of the people.
- The changes strengthen Kim Jong Un’s authority over North Korea’s nuclear forces.
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