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Asia's most popular leader is expected to be returned to power with another resounding majority on 8 March when the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea goes to the polls. Though believe to hae suffered at least one stroke last year, Kim Jong-il, 66, known to adoring subjects as "Comrade Dear Leader" will almost certainly be re-elected National Defence Committee Chairman.
Writer: Andrew Salmon
North Korea
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