August 2011 - North Korea Special Weapons News

Russia-DPRK Joint Energy Program KCNA 31 Aug 2011 -- Some countries are seeking to diversify transport of energy resources to suit the worldwide trend of energy use and development.
U.S. Aim to Interfere into Disputes over East Sea of Korea KCNA 30 Aug 2011 -- The U.S. in a recent letter to the International Hydrographic Organization clarified its official stand that the East Sea of Korea should be marked as "Japan Sea."
Kim Jong Il Provides Field Guidance to Construction Site of Huichon Power Station KCNA 30 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il had a meaningful meeting with beloved people while providing field guidance to the construction site of the Huichon Power Station.
Kim Jong Il Provides Field Guidance to Ryongrim County KCNA 30 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il provided field guidance to Ryongrim County.
Detailed Report about Kim Jong Il's Transit and Visit to Northeast China KCNA 29 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il paid a historic visit to Northeast China while passing through it from August 25 to 27.
Joint Academic Seminar Held KCNA 29 Aug 2011 -- A joint academic seminar for checking Japan's invasion of Tok Islets and urging Japan to redress its past was opened in Pyongyang and Seoul.
Detailed Report on Kim Jong Il's Visit to Far East and Siberian Regions of Russia KCNA 28 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il paid an unofficial visit to the Far East and Siberian regions of the Russian Federation from August 20 to 25 at the invitation of Dmitri Anatoliyevich Medvedev.
Special Performance Given by State Merited Chorus KCNA 28 Aug 2011 -- A special performance was given by the State Merited Chorus to congratulate Army Kim Jong Il upon his successful historic tours of the Russian Federation and the People's Republic of China.
Banquet Given to Congratulate Successful Historic Foreign Tours KCNA 28 Aug 2011 -- The Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea and the National Defence Commission of the DPRK hosted a banquet to congratulate Kim Jong Il upon his successful historic tours of the Russian Federation and the People's Republic of China.
S. Korean Police Officer Testifies to Cause of Cheonan Sinking KCNA 27 Aug 2011 -- The vice captain of a warship belonging to the Maritime Police testified that warship Cheonan sank after running aground.
Kim Jong Il Returns Home after Winding Up His Visit to Russia and China KCNA 27 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il returned home after successfully winding up his visit to the Russian Federation and the PRC.
Kim Jong Il Passes through Jilin Province, China KCNA 27 Aug 2011 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il, today passed through Jilin Province, China.
Kim Jong Il Sends Message of Thanks to Hu Jintao KCNA 27 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il sent a message of thanks to Hu Jintao, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and president of the People's Republic of China.
Kim Jong Il's Visit to Russia Hailed as Historic Event KCNA 27 Aug 2011 -- Rodong Sinmun editorially notes General Secretary Kim Jong Il's visit to Russia was a historic event.
North Korea's Kim Pushes China for New Nuclear Talks VOA 26 Aug 2011 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-Il is making another push to restart nuclear disarmament talks.
Kim Jong Il Passes through Heilongjiang Province, China KCNA 26 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il passed through Heilongjiang Province, the People's Republic of China.
Kim Jong Il Visits Inner Mongolian Autonomous Region KCNA 26 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il visited the Inner Mongolian Autonomous Region located in the Northeast area of the People's Republic of China.
China Attaches Great Importance to Relations with DPRK KCNA 26 Aug 2011 -- Colonel General Liang Guanglie, state councilor and minister of National Defense of China, met and had a talk with a delegation of logistics officials of the KPA.
Rodong Sinmun on History and Tradition of DPRK-Russia Friendship KCNA 26 Aug 2011 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il's recent historic visit to Siberia and the Far East Region of Russia was recorded as a brilliant chapter in the annals of the DPRK-Russia friendship.
Kim Jong Il Sends Message of Thanks to Medvedev KCNA 26 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il sent a message of thanks to Dmitri Anatoliyevich Medvedev, president of the Russian Federation, on his way home after winding up his visit to Siberia and the Far East Region of Russia.
Russia to begin wheat deliveries to North Korea in September RIA Novosti 26 Aug 2011 -- Russia will begin deliveries of wheat to North Korea next month.
Kim Jong Il to Visit Northeast Area of China KCNA 25 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il will pay a visit to the Northeast area of the People's Republic of China on August 25.
South Korea Indicts 5 Men Accused of Spying for North VOA 25 Aug 2011 -- South Korean prosecutors say they have indicted five men on charges of spying for North Korea.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Upholding Songun Revolutionary Leadership of WPK KCNA 25 Aug 2011 -- Rodong Sinmun dedicates an editorial to the anniversary of General Secretary Kim Jong Il's start of Songun revolutionary leadership.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Development of NAM KCNA 25 Aug 2011 -- The present reality urgently calls for adhering to the noble idea and purity of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), further developing it and enhancing its might and role.
Kim Jong-il's armored train returns to North Korea after Russia visit RIA Novosti 24 Aug 2011 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-il is returning to his homeland after talks with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev.
Kim Jong Il Seen off by Russian President KCNA 24 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il was warmly seen off by Dmitri Anatoliyevich Medvedev upon the conclusion of his historical visit to the Russian Federation.
Speech Made by Medvedev at Banquet KCNA 24 Aug 2011 -- The following is the speech made by Russian President Dmitri Anatoliyevich Medvedev at the banquet given in honor of General Secretary Kim Jong Il visiting Russia:
Speech Made by Kim Jong Il at Banquet KCNA 24 Aug 2011 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il made a speech at the banquet given by Dmitri Anatoliyevich Medvedev, president of the Russian Federation, in welcome of his visit to Russia.
Russian President Hosts Banquet in Honor of Kim Jong Il KCNA 24 Aug 2011 -- Dmitri Anatoliyevich Medvedev, president of the Russian Federation, hosted a grand banquet at the Presidential Guest House of the Russian Federation in Ulan-Ude City in welcome of Kim Jong Il.
US: North Korean Nuclear Concessions Welcome, But Insufficient VOA 24 Aug 2011 -- The United States has called reported North Korean nuclear concessions welcome but insufficient.
North Korea Ready To Discuss Nuclear Moratorium RFE/RL 24 Aug 2011 -- The Kremlin says North Korean leader Kim Jong Il is willing to discuss suspending nuclear weapons tests and production.
Medvedev, Kim Jong Il Meet in Siberia VOA 24 Aug 2011 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and North Korea's Kim Jong Il met in Siberia to discuss resuming six-party nuclear talks, among other issues.
Russia President Medvedev Meets with North Korean Leader Kim VOA 24 Aug 2011 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and North Korea's Kim Jong Il met in Siberia to discuss resuming six-party nuclear talks.
Russian, North Korean leaders agree on Soviet debt plan RIA Novosti 24 Aug 2011 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and North Korean leader Kim Jong-il reached a "common approach" on Pyongyang's Soviet-era debts.
N.Korea agrees gas pipeline deal and return to nuclear talks RIA Novosti 24 Aug 2011 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-il agreed on a deal with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev for a gas export pipeline to South Korea.
Talks Held between Top Leaders of DPRK and Russia KCNA 24 Aug 2011 -- Talks were held between Kim Jong Il and Dmitri Anatoliyevich Medvedev, president of the Russian Federation, in Ulan-Ude.
Kim Jong Il Meets with Russian President KCNA 24 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il met with Dmitri Anatoliyevich Medvedev, president of the Russian Federation, in Ulan-Ude, the capital city of the Republic of Buryatia in Russia.
National Meeting Marks Start of Songun Revolutionary Leadership KCNA 24 Aug 2011 -- A national meeting to mark the 51st anniversary of General Secretary Kim Jong Il's start of the Songun revolutionary leadership took place at the People's Palace of Culture.
N. Korea's Kim Jong-il arrives in Russia's Buryatia RIA Novosti 23 Aug 2011 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-il, who is traveling across Russia in his armored train, arrived in the south Siberian republic of Buryatia on Tuesday, the regional government said.
Minju Joson Refutes Japanese Accusations KCNA 23 Aug 2011 -- Japan in its "defense white paper for 2011" issued on July 2 claimed the nuclear and missile program of the DPRK poses a serious threat.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Giving Fuller Play to Might of Single-minded Unity of All People KCNA 23 Aug 2011 -- Rodong Sinmun editorially calls upon all the servicepersons and people to fully demonstrate the might of the single-minded unity of the DPRK.
Rodong Sinmun on Songun Politics KCNA 22 Aug 2011 -- The Songun politics serves as a powerful weapon for leading the cause of independent reunification to victory and a national banner encouraging all Koreans at home and abroad in the nation-wide patriotic struggle to meet challenges of the anti-reunification forces.
Korean People Excited to Hear News of Kim Jong Il's Visit to Russia KCNA 22 Aug 2011 -- Officials in various fields and servicepersons of the DPRK are greatly excited to hear the news of leader Kim Jong Il's visit to Siberia and the Far East Region of the Russian Federation and filled with boundless longing and reverence for him as he has made endless journeys of forced march for great dedication to the country and the people.
DPRK Side Takes Steps for Legally Disposing of Properties of South Side in Mt. Kumgang Resort KCNA 22 Aug 2011 -- A spokesman for the DPRK Guidance Bureau of Special Zone for International Tour of Mt. Kumgang issued the following statement Monday:
North Korean Leader, Russian President to Meet in Siberia VOA 22 Aug 2011 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Il is in Russia. It is his first visit to the neighboring country in nearly a decade.
N. Korea's Kim Jong-il visits power plant in Russia's Far East RIA Novosti 21 Aug 2011 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-il who is traveling across Russia in his armored train visited the largest hydropower plant in Russia's Far East on Sunday.
Kim Jong Il Visits Amur Region of Russian Federation KCNA 21 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il visited Amur Region in the Far East Region of the Russian Federation.
N. Korea's Kim Jong-il 'begins Russia visit' RIA Novosti 20 Aug 2011 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-il began his first trip to Russia since 2002 on Saturday, the Kremlin has said.
Kim Jong Il Passes through Khasan Railway Station, Russia KCNA 20 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il passed through Khasan, the border railway station of Russia this morning on his way to pay an unofficial visit to Siberia and the Far East Region of the Russian Federation.
Kim Jong Il to Visit Siberia and Far Eastern Region of Russia KCNA 20 Aug 2011 -- Chairman Kim Jong Il of the National Defence Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea will pay an unofficial visit to Siberia and Far Eastern region of the Russian Federation.
War Exercises Can Never Help Improve Inter-Korean Relations: Rodong Sinmun KCNA 20 Aug 2011 -- Distrust and confrontation are bound to escalate while war exercises are under way.
"Song of Red Flag" Sung by President Kim Il Sung KCNA 20 Aug 2011 -- President Kim Il Sung gave field guidance to the Kangson Steel Plant in December Juche 45 (1956) when the country was undergoing harsh ordeals just three years after the end of the Korean war.
DPRK, U.S. Militaries to Hold Talks for Excavation of Remains of GIs KCNA 19 Aug 2011 -- A spokesman for the Foreign Ministry of the DPRK gave the following answer to a question put by KCNA Friday as regards the resumption of the excavation of remains of GIs between the DPRK and the U.S.:
U.S. Decides to Offer Emergency Relief Goods to DPRK KCNA 19 Aug 2011 -- The government of the United States of America decided to provide the flood-stricken DPRK with emergency relief goods.
Russian Govt. Offers Food Aid to DPRK KCNA 19 Aug 2011 -- The government of the Russian Federation decided to provide the DPRK with grant-in-aid of 50 000 tons of food. The first ship loaded with food arrived in Hungnam Port on Friday. Other aid ships are expected to come to the DPRK in the future.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Giving Full Play to Self-reliance in DPRK KCNA 19 Aug 2011 -- Self-reliance provides a short-cut to an economic power and a key to a gate of a thriving nation.
U.S.-S. Korea UFG Joint Military Exercises Blasted KCNA 19 Aug 2011 -- The U.S. together with south Korea kicked off the Ulji Freedom Guardian joint military exercises targeted against the DPRK, its dialogue partner. This has left the DPRK skeptical about the U.S. call for the sincerity of dialogue.
U.S. and S. Korea Urged to Stop UFG KCNA 19 Aug 2011 -- The provocative Ulji Freedom Guardian joint military exercises kicked off by the south Korean authorities to threaten and invade the DPRK are blatant challenge to peace.
US Flood Relief for North Korea Broadens VOA 19 Aug 2011 -- The United States says it will send $900,000 worth of flood relief to North Korea. This comes after severe storms caused damage throughout the Korean peninsula. Some analysts say Washington's decision to dispatch aid is a good starting point for better relations with Pyongyang.
U.S. Emergency Flood Assistance to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (D.P.R.K.) US Dept. of State 18 Aug 2011
Ministries and National Institutions Render Help in Construction of Huichon Power Station KCNA 18 Aug 2011 -- Ministries and national institutions are rendering sincere help in the construction of the Huichon Power Station.
Rodong Sinmun Terms Ulji Freedom Guardian Unjustifiable KCNA 18 Aug 2011 -- The Ulji Freedom Guardian joint military exercises are criminal acts to do harm to the DPRK by force of arms under the guise of dialogue as they are a product of the U.S. and the south Korean authorities' invariable ambition to invade it. Rodong Sinmun Thursday says this in a bylined commentary.
Spokesman for DPRK Foreign Ministry Slams Ulji Freedom Guardian KCNA 17 Aug 2011 -- A spokesman for the Foreign Ministry of the DPRK Wednesday issued the following statement denouncing the U.S. and the south Korean authorities for kicking off the Ulji Freedom Guardian joint military exercises:
KCNA Blasts Ulji Freedom Guardian KCNA 17 Aug 2011 -- The U.S. and the south Korean puppet forces kicked off provocative Ulji Freedom Guardian joint military exercises for aggression despite repeated warnings of the DPRK and strong protest and denunciation of the public at home and abroad.
US, South Korea Naval Drills Draw Threats From North VOA 16 Aug 2011 -- The South Korean and United States navies began joint military exercises Tuesday in the Yellow Sea. Those waters are a flashpoint of tension between North and South Korea and have been the site of several deadly incidents during the past decade. Analysts say the volatility stems in part from a maritime border that has been in dispute for almost 60 years.
President Kim Il Sung's Maxim KCNA 15 Aug 2011 -- President Kim Il Sung in his reminiscences 'With the Century' wrote, 'Revolutionaries, believe in the people and rely on them at all times and you shall always emerge victorious; if you are forsaken by them, you will always fail. Let this be your maxim in your life and struggle'.
Heavy Rain Lashes North Jolla Province, S. Korea KCNA 12 Aug 2011 -- Heavy rain lashed North Jolla Province, south Korea on August 9, causing damage, according to south Korean KBS.
Rodong Sinmun on Dangerous Ulji Freedom Guardian KCNA 12 Aug 2011 -- The south Korean authorities are contemplating staging massive Ulji Freedom Guardian joint military exercises from August 16 to 26 in collusion with the United States.
North Korea Denies Firing Artillery into Yellow Sea VOA 11 Aug 2011 -- It says what South Korean military personnel and islanders heard was actually construction blasting inside North Korea.
North And South Korea Trade Blame Over Border Firing Incidents RFE/RL 11 Aug 2011 -- Rivals North Korea and South Korea are trading blame for a new rise in tensions along their disputed Yellow Sea maritime border.
KCNA on Japan's "White Paper on Defense" KCNA 11 Aug 2011 -- The Japanese in the "white paper on defense" for 2011 released recently expressed "concern" about nukes and missiles of the DPRK.
Spokesman for DPRK Foreign Ministry on Korean Americans' Reunion with Separated Family Members and Relatives KCNA 11 Aug 2011 -- A spokesman for the Foreign Ministry of the DPRK on Thursday gave the following answer to question put by KCNA as regards the issue of reunion of Korean Americans with their separated families and relatives.
KCNA on Truth about Shelling KCNA 10 Aug 2011 -- The south Korean military are faking up athat the army of the DPRK committed shelling "provocation" in the waters around Yonphyong Island.
New Shelling Reported in Disputed Korean Waters VOA 10 Aug 2011 -- South Korea says that it has twice exchanged artillery fire with North Korea in western frontier waters. No casualties are reported.
Shelling breaks out again on border between North, South Korea RIA Novosti 10 Aug 2011 -- North Korea fired artillery towards South Korea for a second time on Wednesday.
Shelling Reported in Disputed Korean Waters VOA 10 Aug 2011 -- South Korea says it has responded to artillery fired into a Yellow Sea flashpoint.
Seoul claims N.Korean plot to assassinate defense minister RIA Novosti 10 Aug 2011 -- North Korea is planning to assassinate South Korean Defense Minister Kim Kwan-jin.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Fresh Turn in Land Management KCNA 10 Aug 2011 -- All Koreans should make vigorous endeavors to carry out the far-reaching plan of the Workers' Party of Korea for land construction.
Typhoon-9 Brings Strong Wind, Heavy Rain to DPRK KCNA 10 Aug 2011 -- Strong wind and heavy rain, triggered by typhoon-9, swept some areas of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
Typhoon Inflicts Damage on DPRK KCNA 10 Aug 2011 -- Typhoon-9 left more than ten people dead or wounded and over 240 dwelling houses destroyed throughout the DPRK from Sunday evening to Tuesday, according to results of a survey.
Rodong Sinmun on Policies towards DPRK KCNA 09 Aug 2011 -- The imperialists should not make vain efforts to lead the DPRK to "reform and opening", but opt for rolling back all their hostile policies towards it.
THAILAND: North Koreans escape from hunger IRIN 09 Aug 2011 -- Thailand is fast becoming a transit country for North Koreans fleeing severe food shortages and poverty, authorities say.
Typhoon-9 Claims Casualties in DPRK KCNA 09 Aug 2011 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea suffered losses in the western coastal areas affected by the typhoon-9, Muifa, from Sunday evening.
Muifa Causes 10 Casualties, Crop Damage in North Korea VOA 09 Aug 2011 -- North Korea suffered at least 10 people dead or injured and cropland damaged as Tropical Storm Muifa swept across.
Open Letter to U.S. and S. Korean Authorities KCNA 08 Aug 2011 -- The US and the south Korean authorities are contemplating staging again adventurous Ulji Freedom Guardian joint military exercises from August 16 to 26.
Rodong Sinmun on Spy Ring Case KCNA 08 Aug 2011 -- The south Korean authorities' "spy ring case" is a premeditated plot to suppress and stamp out the pro-reunification organizations and progressive figures.
Chinese Flotilla Leaves Wonsan Port of DPRK KCNA 08 Aug 2011 -- The flotilla of the Navy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army left Wonsan Port Monday after its goodwill visit to the DPRK.
Kim Jong Il Provides Field Guidance to February 8 Vinalon Complex KCNA 08 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il provided field guidance to the February 8 Vinalon Complex alive with a high-pitched drive for increased production.
DPRK Affected by Typhoon-9 KCNA 08 Aug 2011 -- The west coastal areas of Korea have been affected by typhoon-9.
Downpour Caused by Typhoon-9 KCNA 08 Aug 2011 -- It heavily rained in different areas of Korea today, with typhoon-9 of 960 hpa of central atmospheric pressure moving from the West Sea of Korea at the speed of 28 km/h.
South Korean FM to visit Russia for talks on North's nuclear program RIA Novosti 07 Aug 2011 -- South Korean Foreign Minister Kim Sung-Hwan will pay a three-day official visit to Moscow on August 7-9 to discuss North Korea's nuclear program among other issues with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov.
DPRK Officials Visit China's Flotilla KCNA 07 Aug 2011 -- Senior officers of the Korean People's Army and leading officials of local party and power bodies visited the flotilla of the Navy of the Chinese PLA.
Performance Given by Military Band of Navy of CPLA KCNA 07 Aug 2011 -- A performance was given by the military band of the Navy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army.
KCNA Commentary on "Spy Ring Case" KCNA 06 Aug 2011 -- The south Korean authorities are trying to implicate the DPRK in the "spy ring case".
Chinese Seamen Enjoy Performance by KPA Navy KCNA 06 Aug 2011 -- Seamen of the flotilla of the Navy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army enjoyed a performance given by the Korean People's Army.
Meeting of Seamen of DPRK and China Held KCNA 06 Aug 2011 -- A meeting of seamen of the Korean People's Army and the Chinese People's Liberation Army took place on China's training ship "Zheng He".
DPRK Officials Visit China's Flotilla KCNA 06 Aug 2011 -- Senior officers of the Korean People's Army and leading officials of local party and power bodies Saturday visited the flotilla of the Navy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army.
Rodong Sinmun Calls for Independence, Equality and Mutual Benefit KCNA 06 Aug 2011 -- It is an important factor of promoting the development of international relations to respect each other's sovereignty and boost exchange and cooperation on the principle of equality.
DPRK Premier Gets Familiar with Rakwon Machine Complex and Farm KCNA 05 Aug 2011 -- DPRK Premier Choe Yong Rim Thursday acquainted himself with the Rakwon Machine Complex and the Sinam Cooperative Farm in Ryongchon County on the spot.
Kim Yong Chun Meets Leading Officers of Chinese Navy Flotilla KCNA 05 Aug 2011 -- Vice Marshal of the Korean People's Army Kim Yong Chun, vice-chairman of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK and minister of the People's Armed Forces, Friday met and had a friendly talk with leading officers of the visiting flotilla of the Navy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army led by Vice Admiral Tian Zhong, commander of the North Sea Fleet of the Navy.
Typhoon-9 Likely to Bring Much Rain to DPRK KCNA 05 Aug 2011 -- A weather forecast of the DPRK Central Meteorological Research Institute shows that the DPRK will have much rain in some areas between Monday and Tuesday.
Flood Damage Gets Serious KCNA 05 Aug 2011 -- The flood caused by heavy rainfalls in late July claimed some 30 lives in the DPRK, according to results of the latest survey.
Decision of Joint Conference over Sundry Goods Production KCNA 05 Aug 2011 -- President Kim Il Sung devoted his whole life to the happiness of the people.
Rodong Sinmun Calls on Everybody to Live Worthwhile Life to Recollect Today with Pride KCNA 05 Aug 2011 -- Everybody should lead a worthwhile life to recollect today with pride before the era, history and descendants just like the heroes of the drama 'We Will Recollect Today'.
Rodong Sinmun on Feats of Kim Jong Il for Independent National Reunification KCNA 05 Aug 2011 -- Rodong Sinmun Friday dedicates a bylined article to the 14th anniversary of General Secretary Kim Jong Il's work 'Let Us Carry Out the Great Leader Comrade Kim Il Sung's Instructions for National Reunification.'
Kim Jong Il Replies to Hu Jintao KCNA 04 Aug 2011 -- Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission, sent a reply message to Hu Jintao, general secretary of the C.C., Communist Party of China and president of the People's Republic of China, on Thursday.
DPRK Premier Acquaints Himself with Work of Major Industrial Establishments KCNA 04 Aug 2011 -- DPRK Premier Choe Yong Rim acquainted himself with the work of major industrial establishments on Tuesday and Wednesday.
KPA Navy Commander Meets Leading Officers of Chinese Flotilla KCNA 04 Aug 2011 -- Admiral Jong Myong Do, commander of the Navy of the Korean People's Army, met and had a friendly talk with leading officers of the flotilla of training ship and frigate of the Navy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army headed by Vice Admiral Tian Zhong, commander of the North Sea Fleet of the Navy, on Thursday when the latter paid a courtesy call on him.
Chinese Flotilla Arrives at Wonsan Port of DPRK KCNA 04 Aug 2011 -- A flotilla of the Navy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (CPLA) led by Vice Admiral Tian Zhong, commander of the North Sea Fleet of the CPLA Navy, arrived at Wonsan Port on Thursday. The flotilla consists of training ship 'Zheng He' and frigate 'Luoyang'.
Red Cross Relief Activities Launched in DPRK KCNA 04 Aug 2011 -- The Red Cross Society of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea has launched relief activities for flood victims with flood damages getting serious in the country.
IFRCS Aids Flood Victims of DPRK KCNA 04 Aug 2011 -- The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRCS) rendered assistance to Koreans suffering from flood.
Damage from Heavy Rains KCNA 04 Aug 2011 -- Some areas of the DPRK have suffered damage from heavy rains from Wednesday afternoon.
Downpour Batters DPRK Again KCNA 04 Aug 2011 -- A torrential rain as much as 50 to 80mm fell in some areas of South and North Hamgyong, Kangwon and South and North Hwanghae provinces from 18:00 Wednesday to 09:00 Thursday, according to data available at the Central Meteorological Research Institute.
Nationwide Relief Effort Launched for S. Hwanghae Province KCNA 04 Aug 2011 -- In the wake of human and material losses in the DPRK caused by typhoon-5 and heavy rains from late June to mid-July, a rain-triggered flood has harassed the country again from late July.
South Korean Police Target North Korean Hacking Scheme VOA 04 Aug 2011 -- South Korean police say they have arrested five people suspected of working with North Korean hackers accused of stealing millions of dollars from South Korean online gaming sites.
DPRK Premier Inspects Flood-hit Areas in S. Hwanghae Province KCNA 02 Aug 2011 -- DPRK Premier Choe Yong Rim inspected the flood-hit areas of South Hwanghae Province on the spot.
Flotilla of Exercise Warships of Navy of CPLA to Visit DPRK KCNA 02 Aug 2011 -- A flotilla of exercise warships of the Navy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (CPLA) headed by Vice Admiral Tian Zhong, commander of the North Sea Fleet of the Navy of the CPLA, will pay a goodwill visit to the DPRK from Aug. 4 to 8 on the 50th anniversary of the conclusion of the DPRK-China treaty of friendship, cooperation and mutual assistance.
Aircraft-Hunting Movement Created by Kim Il Sung KCNA 02 Aug 2011 -- One day in the Fatherland Liberation War period, President Kim Il Sung ordered commanding officers of the Korean People's Army (KPA) to take measures to shoot down enemy planes with small arms since the country lacked anti-aircraft arms.
Rodong Sinmun on Ideological and Theoretical Exploits of Kim Il Sung KCNA 02 Aug 2011 -- President Kim Il Sung clarified the essence of the world revolution and the law governing its development from a new angle and, on this basis, expounded original ideas and theories on making the whole world independent.
S. Korea Investigates Alleged North Korean Spy Ring VOA 02 Aug 2011 -- An alleged North Korean spying ring in South Korea is under investigation by prosecutors. It is the first such major espionage case in more than a decade and is sending shock waves through Seoul's political establishment. Police have arrested five people and are questioning others, including opposition party and labor union officials.
DPRK to Hold Six-party Talks without Preconditions KCNA 01 Aug 2011 -- A spokesman for the Foreign Ministry of the DPRK gave the following answer to a question put by KCNA Monday following the DPRK-U.S. high-ranking talks held in New York, U.S.:
Performance of Extravaganza 'Arirang' Begins KCNA 01 Aug 2011 -- The performance of the grand gymnastic and artistic extravaganza 'Arirang', a winner of Kim Il Sung Prize, began with due ceremony at the May Day Stadium in Pyongyang on Monday evening on the 63rd anniversary of the birthday of the DPRK.
Anniversary of Kim Il Sung's Work Marked KCNA 01 Aug 2011 -- A Pyongyang meeting took place at the Central Hall of Workers Monday to mark the 20th anniversary of the publication of President Kim Il Sung's work 'Let Us Achieve the Great Unity of Our Nation'.
North Korea says ready to resume talks without preconditions RIA Novosti 01 Aug 2011 -- North Korea said on Monday it was ready to resume six-party talks on its controversial nuclear program soon and without preconditions, Xinhua reported citing the North's official KCNA news agency.
Pyongyang Seeks Return to Talks, 2005 Nuclear Agreement VOA 01 Aug 2011 -- North Korea is repeating its call for an early resumption of six-party talks on its nuclear programs.

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