The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) operates under a unique political system guided by the principles of Juche, a philosophy of self-reliance. The leadership structure is centered around the Workers’ Party of Korea (WPK), which serves as the country’s ruling party and the core organ of governance.
At the top is the Supreme Leader, who holds multiple key positions, including General Secretary of the WPK, Chairman of the State Affairs Commission (SAC), and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. These roles combine political, military, and administrative authority, consolidating leadership into a central figure.
The Supreme People’s Assembly (SPA) functions as the DPRK’s legislature. It convenes periodically to pass laws, approve budgets, and discuss national policies. The Presidium of the SPA, a smaller body, manages legislative affairs between sessions.
The Cabinet oversees economic and administrative matters, implementing decisions made by the WPK and SPA. Key ministries within the Cabinet handle areas such as education, health, and industry.
The military, represented by the Korean People’s Army (KPA), plays a significant role in national life, with its leadership closely tied to the WPK. Together, these institutions form a highly centralized system designed to align all aspects of governance with state ideology and objectives.