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Historical Relics of Koguryo Kingdom Discovered in Pyongyang, DPRK

Historical Relics of Koguryo Kingdom Discovered in Pyongyang

Sosan Walls, believed to be built in the period of Koguryo Kingdom (B.C. 277-A.D. 668), was recently discovered by teachers and researchers of the History Faculty of Kim Il Sung University in the DPRK. According to Sinjungdonggukyojisungnam (Revised Handbook of Korean Geography) released in the 16th century and other historical books, the walls had been […]

DPRK Poster Exhibition Opens!

Posters in the DPRK
[nggallery id=121]A poster exhibition “Let us bring about a radical turn in the building of an economic giant with the same spirit and mettle as were displayed in conquering space!” was opened at the Pyongyang International Cultural Centre on Monday. On display in the venue of the exhibition were 60 posters created by arts creators […]

Wonsan Army-People Power Station Under Construction

The builders of the Wonsan Army-People Power Station are speeding up the assembly of iron pipes for power station No.2. With an aim to finish the project in a short time, the builders have been overfulfilling their assignments every day in the New Year. The command of the project makes detailed arrangements to lay iron […]

Many Local, International Sporting Events to Be Held This Year in the DPRK

Many local and international sports events will be held this significant year. They include sports contests for Paektusan Prize and Mangyongdae Prize marking the Day of the Shining Star, birth anniversary of leader Kim Jong Il, and the Day of the Sun, birth anniversary of President Kim Il Sung, Pochonbo Torch Prize, Jonsung Cup and […]

Metallurgical History of Korea

[nggallery id=117]Among the excellent scientific and technological heritage of Korea is its metallurgical technology with a long history. The bronze metallurgy was applied on a high level in the latter half of the fourth millennium BC. Bronzeworks were multifarious. Weaponry and implements included axe, dagger, arrowhead and chisel and ornaments included ring, bell, bracelet, earring […]

Workers’ Party of Korea and Juche Idea

Kim Il Sung

President Kim Il Sung who embarked on the road of revolution for Korea’s liberation in his early years created the Juche idea in the course of going among the popular masses and leading the anti-Japanese revolutionary struggle in reliance upon them. One of the starting points of the Juche idea is that the revolution in […]

Production of Aromatic Essences in Full Swing in DPRK

The Pyongyang Aromatic Trading Company has steadily increased production after it started operation last year. Its products include various kinds of aromatic essences used for making foodstuffs, cosmetics and other daily necessities. The products are considered better than the imported ones. Now they are applied to production at different foodstuff and cosmetics factories, including Pyongyang […]

Choe Ryong Hae Makes Field Survey of Turf Research Institute

Choe Ryong Hae Makes Field Survey of Reconstruction Project of Turf Research Institute

Choe Ryong Hae, director of the General Political Bureau of the Korean People’s Army, made a field survey of the reconstruction of the Turf Research Institute of the State Academy of Sciences. He encouraged the soldier-builders making innovations in the reconstruction project, true to the high intention of the dear respected Supreme Commander Marshal Kim […]

What is Juche?

Juche Idea Tower

Korea is blessed with a great idea which enjoys unanimous support and sympathy from the world progressives. It is the immortal Juche idea fathered by President Kim Il Sung. The Juche idea, based on the philosophical principle that man is the master of everything and decides everything, convinces the popular masses that one is responsible […]

First Sports Day in New Year Marked in DPRK

[nggallery id=115]A ceremony for group running of officials of ministries and national institutions took place at Kim Il Sung Square Sunday on the occasion of the first sports day this year. Prior to the running, Hyon Sang Ju, chairman of the Central Committee of the General Federation of Trade Unions of Korea, made an address. […]

Chinese Delegation Visits Mangyongdae

Chinese Delegation Visits Mangyongdae
[nggallery id=113]The Chinese government economic and trade delegation headed by Li Jinzao, vice-minister of Commerce of China, visited Mangyongdae, the birthplace of President Kim Il Sung, on Tuesday. At the end of the visit Li Jinzao said: President Kim Il Sung was a world-recognized outstanding leader. He provided the Sino-DPRK friendship together with revolutionaries of […]

Delegation of Google Inc. of U.S. Tours Pyongyang

Delegation of Google Inc. of U.S. Tours Pyongyang
[nggallery id=111]A delegation of the Google Inc. of the U.S. headed by Bill Richardson, former governor of New Mexico State, Wednesday visited the Grand People’s Study House here. The guests went round several reading rooms and lecture rooms, being briefed on the fact that people and students acquire knowledge about modern science and technology and […]

Youth and Women Pledge to Carry Out Tasks for This Year

[nggallery id=105]Members of the Kim Il Sung Socialist Youth League and the Democratic Women’s Union of Korea met on Monday to vow to thoroughly implement the historic tasks set forth by the dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un in his New Year Address. Present there were officials concerned, officials of the youth league, youth and […]

Google Chairman Eric Schmidt arrives in Pyongyang, DPRK

Google chairman Eric Schmidt
[nggallery id=103]Google Chairman Eric Schmidt arrived in Pyongyang, DPRK today on a four-day visit organized by Bill Richardson, the former US ambassador to the United Nations. They are hoping to meet with North Korean leaders, visit some of the universities and talk to some economists. We will have more updates as news breaks…

[Video] Contributors to Satellite Launch Leave Pyongyang amid Warm Send-off

Contributors to Satellite Launch Leave Pyongyang amid Warm Send-off

The scientists, technicians, workers and officials who contributed to the successful launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong 3-2 left here Friday amid warm send-off from senior party, state and army officials, service personnel and more than 100 000 Pyongyangites. They toured Pyongyang at the invitation of the dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un. Huge crowds of Pyongyangites […]

Moranbong Band Continues New Year Performance

Moranbong Band Continues New Year Performance

A New Year performance “Following the Party to the End” is being continuously given with splendor by the Moranbong Band in Pyongyang, instilling confidence in the final victory into the servicepersons and people greeting the New Year. The venue of the performance was full of excited audience who received the historic New Year Address made […]