Choe Yong-sim

Choe Yong-sim (최용심, 崔容心) was a North Korean politician, known for her role in women's affairs and light industry. Born in 1932, she rose through the ranks of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), eventually becoming a member of the WPK Central Committee.

Choe's career was largely focused on improving the lives of women in North Korea. She held positions in the Korean Democratic Women's Union, a mass organization affiliated with the WPK, and advocated for policies related to childcare, education, and employment opportunities for women. She also played a role in the development of light industry, particularly the production of consumer goods and textiles.

Her political career peaked in the 1980s and 1990s. She was elected as a deputy to the Supreme People's Assembly (SPA), the unicameral legislature of North Korea, and served on various committees. Choe was often featured in state media, highlighting her contributions to the country's socialist construction.

Details about her later life and career are scarce, as information about North Korean officials is often limited and controlled by the government. Her death date is not widely available in public sources. However, her contributions to the advancement of women's rights and the development of light industry in North Korea remain a part of the country's modern history.