The following list shows all historical leaders of North Korea starting with the most recent. The definition of leader differs across countries, usually referring to a head of state or head of government. This list shows the person who is publicly recognized as the leader, i.e., the person representing the country internationally and being in charge of running the day-to-day domestic political agenda.
In case the country has seen one or multiple political transformations over time, former governance structures are also listed below.
North Korea
Supreme Leader
Since Dec 17th, 2011
North Korea
Supreme Leader
Jul 8th, 1993 to Dec 17th, 2011
North Korea
Supreme Leader
Sep 9th, 1948 to Jul 8th, 1994
