In the secretive regime of North Korea, led by the notorious leader Kim Jong-un, a startling practice has come to light. Every year, 25 young women, all under the age of 20, are reportedly selected to spend the year at Kim's service, aimed at ensuring his happiness and well-being. This selection process involves rigorous criteria, where any slight imperfection can disqualify a candidate. From beauty to medical fitness, these women undergo a comprehensive examination before final approval.
The process not only involves physical assessments but also scrutinizes the political and family backgrounds of the candidates to ensure their loyalty and suitability. Those with any connections to defectors or families living in South Korea or other countries are immediately rejected. Ultimately, the chosen 25 are taken to the capital, Pyongyang, where their sole responsibility is to attend to Kim in various capacities.
This controversial practice, while shocking, is not new; it reportedly started in the 1970s and has continued across different North Korean leaderships. The information about this year's group emerged from a young woman named Park, who managed to escape from the team and shared her story with international media. She revealed that families often consent to send their daughters, seeing it as a guarantee against starvation, given the country's severe food scarcity issues.
