Designation identifiers
- UKSL unique ID
- DPR0042
- OFSI group ID
- 13365
- Designation type
- Individual
- Date designated
- 31 December 2020
- Last updated
- 9 April 2025
Regimes
- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
Designation sources
- UK
Sanctions imposed
- Asset freeze
- Travel Ban
- Director Disqualification Sanction
Official reasons
- Four Star General, former Commander of the Strategic Forces (a.k.a. Strategic Rocket Forces) which now reportedly command four strategic and tactical missile units, including the KN08 (ICBM) Brigade. He has been replaced by Col. General Kim Jong Gil, who appeared as Strategic Force commander in 10/10/20 Workers Party of Korea (WPK) parade. Although no longer Commander of the Strategic Forces, Kim oversaw the development and testing of DPRK’s missile programme over many years, and should continue to be held accountable for these activities. Presently, he remains a member of the Workers’ Party of Korea (WPK) Central Committee.
Other information
- The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.
Addresses
- Country: North Korea
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