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A Replacement for Kim Jong Ill?

With rumours that their leader is in poor health, what does this mean for North Korea?

Since North Korean leader Kim Jong Ill failed to appear at a major national celebration, there's been media speculation about his health, including rumours he's suffered a stroke. Officials have dismissed the reports, but many are worried about his possible succession. What could this mean for the world?

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8 minutes

Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Archive

This programme was restored as part of the World Service archive project