Why Kim Jong Un Is Revamping North Korean Propaganda | WSJ

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is revamping his propaganda efforts with more emotional speeches, Hollywood-style missile launches and even an updated wardrobe. What message is the Supreme Leader of North Korea aiming to convey?

WSJ examines new footage to see how he’s breaking the mold of his predecessors by becoming more transparent to create a modern image amid mounting economic woes including increasing pandemic restrictions and large food shortages.

Photo Illustration: Sharon Shi

0:00 Kim Jong Un’s influences
0:49 A new method of propaganda
2:15 Kim Jong Un’s updated appearance
4:36 Transparency around food shortages

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