Kim Jong-un attends North Korea’s state funeral for Kim Yong-nam

Kim Jong-un honors late leader Kim Yong-nam at North Korea’s state funeral

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un attended the state funeral of Kim Yong-nam, the former chairman of North Korea's Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly, who passed away on November 3. The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Kim Yong-nam's burial on November 6.

Kim Yong-nam, also known as Kwon Hyong-tae, was born in 1944 and served as a prominent figure in North Korea's government for many years. He held the position of chairman of the Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly, effectively serving as the head of state under Kim Jong-il and in the early years of Kim Jong-un's rule. Kim Yong-nam was a loyal supporter of the Kim dynasty and played a significant role in the country's diplomatic representation.

The funeral service for Kim Yong-nam took place on November 5 in Pyongyang. Although it was called a 'funeral service', it was an official state ceremony rather than a religious event. In North Korea, state and party organs perform official functions that are often carried out by religious communities in other countries. The exact composition of the funeral committee was announced through official media, with high-ranking officials from the party, government, and military in attendance. The ceremony was led by Kim Jong-un or another high-ranking official, such as the premier or a secretary of the Central Committee.

Kim Yong-nam was buried at the Patriotic Martyrs' Cemetery in Sinmi-ri, Pyongyang, on November 5. The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported his burial on November 6. Kim Jong-un's attendance at the funeral underscores the importance of Kim Yong-nam's role in North Korea's political landscape and the government's respect for his contributions.