North Korea: Kim Jong Un re-appointed as general secretary at party congress

Kim Jong Un was re-appointed as the general secretary of North Korea's Workers' Party, cementing his continued rule over the country. The announcement came during the party congress, which began on February 19th and features a reshuffled presidium. The congress is significant because it provides insight into North Korea's political priorities, including its nuclear ambitions. Kim has vowed to improve the country's economy and people's living standards.