North Korea's new constitution deepens split with Seoul
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- Pyongyang's revised charter has dropped mentions of reunification with South Korea. Experts say the changes boost Kim Jong Un's nuclear authority and could heighten the risk of future border disputes.S1
- Pyongyang's updated charter has dropped mentions of reunification with South Korea. Experts say the changes cement Kim Jong Un's role as a nuclear authority and could fuel future border clashes.S2
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North Korea's new constitution deepens split with Seoul
Pyongyang's revised charter has dropped mentions of reunification with South Korea. Experts say the changes boost Kim Jong Un's nuclear authority and could heighten the risk of fut…
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Published May 18, 2026
What to know
- Pyongyang's revised charter has dropped mentions of reunification with South Korea. Experts say the changes boost Kim Jong Un's nuclear authority and could heighten the risk of future border disputes.S1
- Pyongyang's updated charter has dropped mentions of reunification with South Korea. Experts say the changes cement Kim Jong Un's role as a nuclear authority and could fuel future border clashes.S2
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