1972 in North Korea

Events from the year 1972 in North Korea.

Incumbents

 * Premier: Kim Il Sung (until 28 December) Kim Il (starting 28 December)
 * Supreme Leader: Kim Il Sung
 * President: Kim Il Sung (starting 28 December)
 * Vice President: Choe Yong-gon (starting 28 December, alongside Kang Ryang-uk)

Events
July 4th North–South Korea Joint Statement 1972 North Korean parliamentary election

Births

 * March 4 - Pae Gil-su.