When was Hong Song-nam born?

Hong Song-nam was born on 2 October 1929 in Chongju.

What positions has Hong Song-nam held?

Positions held by Hong Song-nam include: Premier of North Korea (1998–2003); member of the Supreme People's Assembly.

Where did Hong Song-nam study?

Hong Song-nam was educated at Kim Il-sung University.

Hong Song-nam

North Korean politician (1929-2009)

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Hong Song-nam was a North Korean politician who was the Premier of North Korea from 1998 to 2003. He succeeded Kang Song-san. Born in Kangwon Province, he graduated from the Kim Il Sung University and studied electrical engineering at the Prague Technical Institute.

Quick facts

Born: 2 October 1929 wd
Place of birth: Chongju wd
Died: 31 March 2009 wd
Place of death: Pyongyang wd
Citizenship: North Korea wd
Occupation: politician wd
Political party: Workers’ Party of Korea wd
Education: Kim Il-sung University wd

Positions held wd

Premier of North Korea (5 September 1998 – 3 September 2003)
member of the Supreme People's Assembly

Awards wd

Order of Kim Il Sung
Order of the National Flag, 1st class

Questions

When was Hong Song-nam born?: Hong Song-nam was born on 2 October 1929 in Chongju.
What positions has Hong Song-nam held?: Positions held by Hong Song-nam include: Premier of North Korea (1998–2003); member of the Supreme People's Assembly.
Where did Hong Song-nam study?: Hong Song-nam was educated at Kim Il-sung University.

Sources

Last updated 5 November 2026 · facts checked 10 November 2026

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"Hong Song-nam". DigiNepal. Last updated 5 November 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/hong-song-nam. Retrieved 10 November 2026.

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