Politics of North Korea

In North Korea, the type of government is a Juche single-party state (various interpretations). In North Korea, the legislative power is vested in a Supreme People's Assembly. The head of the government is Kim Jong-un. The governmental structure of a country determines the manner in which laws are written, approved, and interpreted. Government type determines the manner in which elections are held as well as the country's system of policing its citizens. The term of office of the head of state in North Korea lasts until the next election. The length of a head of state's term has a direct effect on the power and influence of the executive position. A longer term of office provides the head of state with increased authority. The Global Peace Index (GPI) for North Korea is 2.977. In 2013, North Korea received 98.1 million USD in foreign aid. In 2014, the foreign aid amounted to 118.5 USD.

Government

In North Korea, the head of the government is Kim Jong-un. The government system of North Korea is a Juche single-party state (various interpretations). In North Korea, the legislative power is vested in a Supreme People's Assembly; this is a Unicameral legislative body, and therefore a Unicameral Supreme People's Assembly. According to the World Bank Group, the government effectiveness index of North Korea is -1.65. This indicates that the government of North Korea is very ineffective. The government is unable to provide civil and public services for its citizens and has fostered a situation contributing to political and social unrest.

Unions and alliances

This section deals with a list of unions North Korea is a member of.

North Korea is a member of the United Nations (UN). To read more about when North Korea became a member of these unions and what additional political unions and alliances North Korea is part of, click on North Korea membership in international unions.

Freedom in North Korea

With regard to political and civil freedoms, North Korea is 3. Citizens in North Korea experience little to no civil liberties and political rights. Citizens are not free to express themselves and do not enjoy political freedom or a representative government. Countries with this political situation are dangerous for investment, as an authoritarian government may have outsize control over economic matters. To read more about freedom level in North Korea click on Freedom in North Korea.