![]() |
[Home] [Databases]
[WorldLII] [Search]
[Feedback] [Help]
Constitution of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea 1998 |
[Database Search] [Name Search] [Previous Section] [Next Section][Help]
SECTION 3. THE PRESIDIUM OF THE SUPREME PEOPLE'S ASSEMBLY
Article 106.
The Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly is the highest organ of
State power when the Supreme People's Assembly is not in session.
Article 107.
The Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly consists of the President,
Vice-Presidents, Secretary-General and members.
Article 108.
The Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly may have a few Honorary
Vice-Presidents.
Honorary Vice-Presidents of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly may be the deputies to the Supreme People's Assembly who have participated in the work of State building for a long time and rendered distinguished service.
Article 109.
The term of office of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly is
the same as that of the Supreme People's Assembly.
The Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly continues its work until the Presidium is newly elected, even after the term of the Supreme People's Assembly expires.
Article 110.
The Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly has the duties and authority
to:
Article 111.
The President of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly organizes
and guides the work of the Presidium.
The President of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly represents the State and receives the credentials and letters of recall of diplomatic representatives accredited by foreign states.
Article 112.
The Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly convenes Plenary Meetings
and Meetings of the Permanent Committee.
The Plenary Meeting consists of all the members.
The Meeting of the Permanent Committee consists of the President, Vice-Presidents and Secretary-General.
Article 113.
The Plenary Meeting of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly
deliberates and decides on important matters arising in fulfilling the duties
of the Presidium and exercising its authority.
The Meeting of the Permanent Committee deliberates and decides on matters entrusted
to it by the Plenary Meeting.
Article 114.
The Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly issues decrees, decisions
and directives.
Article 115.
The Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly establishes the Committees
to assist it in its work.
Article 116.
The Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly is accountable to the Supreme
People's Assembly.