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National Defense Commission

North Korean government
Also known as: NDC
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The National Defense Commission (NDC) was formerly North Korea's highest government entity. In 2009, constitutional revisions designated the supreme leader and chairman of the NDC as the country's highest administrative authority. This position was held by Kim Jong Il until his death in 2011, and subsequently by his son, Kim Jong-Un. In 2012, Kim Jong-Un's status was further solidified with additional titles, including chairman of the National Defense Commission. However, subsequent revisions in 2016 established the State Affairs Commission, replacing the NDC as the highest government body and expanding Kim Jong-Un's powers as its chairman.12

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  1. North Korea - Constitutional framework
  2. Kim Jong-Un: Top Questions

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